Radiology Technologist MRI - GCMC - Full Time Weekend Nights

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to ensure optimal patient care and safety during imaging procedures. In this role, you will be responsible for performing magnetic resonance imaging, administering medications, and educating students and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will possess strong MRI safety knowledge and technical imaging skills, ensuring compliance with protocols while maximizing patient safety. Join a team that values diversity and inclusivity, offering a competitive benefits package to support your health and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certification by ARRT or NMTCB required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or NMTCB before employment.

Responsibilities

• Performing MRI procedures as prescribed by licensed practitioners.
• Evaluating images for quality and ensuring proper patient identification.

Skills

MRI Safety Knowledge

Patient Care

Technical Imaging Skills

Medication Administration

Student Education and Monitoring

Education

ARRT Certification

NMTCB Certification

Job description

• 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.
• MRI safety knowledge and participates in MRI Safety implant investigation and approval process.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB) required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or NMTCB prior to first day of employment.
• Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2, including advanced certification, within 24 months.

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity