MRI Technologist

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 follows MRI safety practices at all times. The role supports diagnosis and treatment for patients from neonates through geriatric adults, acquiring MRI images and ensuring they are high quality and submitted promptly with accurate patient data and history. The position also includes patient screening, scheduling, education, department upkeep, and contrast injections under the direct supervision of a radiologist or designated physician. Additional duties may be assigned based on departmental needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of 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 the State of Pennsylvania upon hire.
One of the following credentials: Registered Technologist Radiology (RT) for Pennsylvania upon hire; Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) ARRT credential for Pennsylvania within one year; or Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) credential within one year.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Acquire or produce tomographic images of designated body areas using MRI equipment.
Prepare and position patients and select appropriate anatomic and technical parameters to produce cross-sectional images.
Submit high-quality images and documents promptly to PACS, ensuring image quality and patient data/history are accurate.
Perform patient prescreening, scheduling, and education related to examinations.
Help maintain clean and orderly procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and other departmental areas.
Perform contrast injections under the direct supervision of a radiologist or designated physician.
Comply with MRI safe practices at all times.
Perform additional duties as required by departmental needs.