MRI Technologist - Weekender Rotation

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants! Shift: 7a-7:30pm. 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 (MRI Technologist II) based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Location: Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB)

Shift: Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Union: Yes

• Knowledge of the Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety in the Magnetic Resonance environment.
• Provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Prepares and positions patients for Magnetic Resonance procedure; thoroughly explains exam and answers patients' questions.
• Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures including neuro, body, and extremity, following protocols set by a Radiologist.
• Performs venous access on all patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a Radiologist.
• Enters necessary data into Radiology Imaging System, IDX Imaging Suite, and Picture Archive Communication System Image Management Systems.
• Processes images as necessary.
• Ability to identify anatomy on images.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.
• Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.
• Shares the responsibilities for ordering supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of supply levels.
• Acts as a Radiology liaison; provides radiological support to physicians as requested; refers problems to Team Leader.
• Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.

One of the following certifications is required upon hire:

• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB)
• American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R registry or primary ARRT-MR or NMTCB or ARMRIT 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.

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Communication, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Equipment Management (Mem), Preceptor Skills, Radiation Safety, Radiology, Working Independently

• 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
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  We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our 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. 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 of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.