MRI Technologist Weekender Days

Confidential; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is hiring an MRI Technologist I to perform magnetic resonance imaging exams under licensed supervision. The role emphasizes correct patient prep, protocol optimization, and adherence to ALARA principles to ensure safety and data integrity.

The position includes opportunities to educate students and staff, with potential progression to higher MRI levels based on experience and credentials. Strong emphasis on quality imaging and coordination with clinical teams.

Qualifications

• ARRT or NMTCB certification required for MRI (and MR certification, if applicable).
• Graduate from Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Ensure patient identification, exam preparation, and proper documentation while maintaining confidentiality.
• Apply ALARA principles to maximize patient safety and image quality.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers during imaging.
• Evaluate image quality and verify data transfer and archival storage.

Skills

Patient care

Protocol optimization

ALARA principles

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

ARRT Radiologic Technologist Certification

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PACS

Job description

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! This posting reflects an opening for a MRI Technologist I and we are seeking candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role to include MRI Technologist II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are responsible for the use of radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. MRI technologists performs magnetic resonance imaging and acquire and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. MRI technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. MRI technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Applying principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Assisting the licensed practitioner with magnetic resonance interventional procedures.
• Performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Selecting appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.

Position Details

The following certifications are needed upon hire:Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) and (ARRT)-MROr American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)or primary ARRT-MRCertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) and (ARRT)-MRCertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) and ARMRIT

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

About Geisinger

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, the community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.