Radiology Technologist – MRI Nights

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger in Scranton, PA seeks a skilled MRI Technologist to perform magnetic resonance imaging studies, ensure patient identification, prepare exams, and maintain confidentiality while upholding ALARA principles.

The role emphasizes safety, high-quality imaging, and collaboration with licensed practitioners. ARRT MR certification (or NMTCB with MR) is required, with ARMRIT acceptable as an alternative.

Qualifications

• ARRT MR certification (or NMTCB MR) required at hire.
• ARRT-MR with ARMRIT acceptable as alternate credential.
• Experience performing MRI procedures and image evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Perform magnetic resonance imaging studies as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Ensure correct patient identification and exam preparation while maintaining confidentiality.
• Apply ALARA principles to optimize safety and image quality.
• Evaluate images for positioning and technical quality; verify data archival/transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and other healthcare providers.
• Support MR safety and assist with interventional MR procedures.
• Collaborate with department staff and adhere to organization policies.

Skills

Patient care

ALARA principles

Quality imaging

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

ARRT MR Certification

NMTCB MR Certification

ARMRIT certification

Tools

MRI Scanner

Post-processing software

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.
• 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.

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.

The following certifications are needed upon hire:

Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)and (ARRT)-MR

OrAmerican Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

or primary ARRT-MR

Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)and (ARRT)-MR

Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)and ARMRIT