Under the supervision of a radiologist, the MRI Technologist performs a variety of magnetic resonance imaging procedures and scanners to produce detailed tissue images for medical diagnosis. Prepares pertinent information for physician and care team's review, and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Responsibilities
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Processes and evaluates the technical quality of images, such as density contrast, definition and distortion.
Maintains critical positioning of the patient and equipment during flow of the contrast media to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results.
Instructs patients on body positioning procedures during MRI exams and testing; demonstrates effective communications with all patients by explaining the MRI procedure both before and after scanning, and answers all patient questions.
Determines equipment requirements for procedures based on the physician’s tentative diagnoses, and scout films necessary for physician’s preliminary viewing.
Requirements
Specialized Diploma Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program
Provide essential visualizations for accurate diagnosis and treatment as a Radiology Technologist.
Compensation
Earn a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment.
Benefit from sign-on bonuses up to $10,000 for Radiology Technologists.
$2.55/hr. shift differential for qualifying evening and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with radiologists and imaging techs to provide visualizations
Work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Participate in weekend, holiday, travel, or on-call rotation
Maintain patient care focus in fast-paced settings
Radiology TechnologistUPMC · York, US