Radiology Technologist MRI – Weekender Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks an experienced MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic MRI procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal image acquisition. You will prepare medications, evaluate image quality, and assist with interventional procedures under licensed supervision.

Responsibilities include educating staff, applying safety principles, and optimizing imaging protocols while adhering to ALARA principles and data management standards.

Qualifications

• MR safety knowledge and imaging protocols.
• Experience with patient care standards in radiology.
• Certification by ARRT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB with MR specialization.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct orders, prepare patients, document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilize imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, adhere to ALARA principles.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed, evaluate image quality, ensure data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers, applying safety protocols to minimize risks.
• Assist with MR interventional procedures and perform prescribed MR scans.
• Select pulse sequences considering protocols and data acquisition factors.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and demonstrate proficiency in routine and complex duties.

Skills

MRI safety

MRI protocols

Patient care

Communication

Education

Radiologic Technology Specialty Program

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ARRT MR cert

ARMRIT cert

NMTCB MR

Job description

Job Summary: MRI Technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment to perform diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient safety and proper data acquisition. They prepare, administer medications, evaluate image quality, and assist with interventional procedures under the supervision of licensed practitioners. The role involves educating healthcare providers, applying safety principles, and optimizing imaging protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain correct orders, identify and prepare patients, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and adhere to ALARA principles.
• Prepare and administer medications as prescribed, evaluate image quality, and ensure proper data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers, applying safety protocols to minimize risks.
• Assist with magnetic resonance interventional procedures and perform prescribed MRI scans.
• Select pulse sequences considering protocols and data acquisition factors.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and demonstrate full proficiency in routine and complex duties.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Certification by ARRT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB with MR specialization.
• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of MRI safety, imaging protocols, and patient care standards.