MRI Technologist - Casual

1d1 day ago

Highmark Health

Erie, US · Part-time · $52,000 – $73,000

About this role

This position performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision, with a focus on MRI. The role requires independent judgment and initiative to competently perform a variety of technical procedures and ensure high-quality imaging results.

On a daily basis, the technologist positions patients and performs imaging procedures independently, analyzing results and identifying quality issues. They take appropriate action to resolve image quality concerns, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures as necessary, and they enter, transmit, and report scan results.

In this casual role, you will work within a supportive Radiology team at Saint Vincent Hospital, part of Allegheny Health Network. The environment emphasizes patient education and safety, with responsibilities that include reviewing patient history, preparing and administering contrast media within scope, and monitoring patient condition throughout exams.

This position offers an opportunity to apply your specialized MRI skills in a hospital setting while working on a flexible, as-needed basis. It is ideal for technologists seeking variety and the ability to control their schedule while maintaining professional growth within a major health network.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree; or equivalent from a two year college or a technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent education and experience
American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R), or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) registered as an MR technologist certification required
If ARRT (R) is the only certification, ARRT in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) is required within 18 months from hire date
Employees hired or transferred into the MRI role after July 1, 2022 are required to maintain active MRI certifications
CPR – American Heart Association
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Responsibilities

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s) independently
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results, taking appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure
Enters, transmits, and reports scan results
Reviews patient history and physician's orders
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate
Prepares equipment and supplies, selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters, and implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment

Benefits

Flexible, as-needed scheduling in a casual role
Opportunity to work within a major health network, Allegheny Health Network
Professional growth through the ability to maintain active MRI certifications and training