MRI Technologist II

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Bethlehem, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment, computers, and image management systems to perform MRI exams. Collaborates with radiologists and other staff regarding patient testing and complies with MRI safe practices at all times. Works in a hospital facility offering full hospital services and provides direct patient care to high-acuity emergency, inpatient, and outpatient patients, including trauma and ICU patients. The role involves caring for patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatric patients. The position is onsite at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg, with a day-shift schedule of three 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call is required every eighth holiday and every eighth overnight weekend. Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from an accredited radiology program with a specialized diploma.
Ability to handle medical and confidential information relating to patients, families, physicians, and nursing personnel effectively and ethically.
Ability to exercise maturity and individual judgment when working with patients, equipment, and personnel involved in MRI exams.
Clear and concise written and oral communication skills, including email.
Skills in technical data interpretation.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
One of the following credentials: Registered Technologist Radiology (RT) for Pennsylvania, required upon hire; Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) ARRT for Pennsylvania, required upon hire; or Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) from the American Registry of MRI Technologists, required within one year.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds and perform patient handling tasks, including pushing or pulling patients on beds or stretchers and lateral transfers.
Ability to stand and walk frequently to continuously; patient care providers may also need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of insurance benefit and eligibility websites.
Knowledge of medical insurance terminology.

Responsibilities

Perform contrast injections under the direct supervision of a radiologist or designated physician.
Assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Acquire or produce tomographic images of designated portions of the body for diagnostic purposes using MRI equipment.
Prepare and position patients and accurately select anatomic and technical parameters to produce cross-sectional images.
Submit high-quality images and documents promptly to PACS, ensuring image quality and accurate patient data and history.
Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and examination-related education.
Help maintain a clean and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms.
Perform additional duties as required by departmental needs.