MRI Tech / Part Time | Grove City

Highmark Health•Grove City, PA

24d

About The Position

This position performs prescribed magnetic resonance imaging procedures at a technical level that does not require constant supervision. The MRI Tech independently performs a variety of technical procedures requiring judgment and initiative, evaluates imaging quality, and takes appropriate steps to resolve image-quality issues. The role also involves reviewing patient histories and orders, preparing patients for procedures, administering contrast media or medications when ordered and within scope of practice, monitoring patients, and maintaining imaging equipment and safety standards. This is a part-time position in Grove City. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available in exchange for a three-year commitment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; alternatively, six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or equivalent education and experience.
One of the following certifications is required: ARRT in Radiography (R), ARMRIT, or CAMRT registration as an MR technologist.
American Heart Association CPR certification.
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
If ARRT (R) is the only certification held, ARRT in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) is required within 18 months of hire.
Employees hired or transferred into an MRI role after July 1, 2022, must maintain active MRI certifications. Employees in MRI roles with existing MRI certifications must also maintain active certifications.

Nice To Haves

Prior radiology experience.

Responsibilities

Position patients and independently perform imaging procedures.
Analyze imaging results, identify image-quality issues, and take appropriate corrective action, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Review patient histories and physician orders.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to support their understanding and cooperation.
Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when ordered and within scope of practice.
Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies; select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implement safety standards and perform appropriate equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions.
Perform other duties as assigned.