PA - MRI Tech - Wed/Thurs/Sat (Day/Evening Rotation) - Geisinger Medical Center - R-64115
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Job Description:ScheduleWednesday: 11am-11:30pmThursday: 11am-11:30pmSaturday: 6a-6:30pmLocation:Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)Shift:Day/Evening RotationScheduled Weekly Hours:36Worker Type:Agency LaborJob Summary:Performs imaging procedures at a technical level. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.Job Duties:Knowledge of the Magnetic Resonance imaging process and safety in the Magnetic Resonance environment.Provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.Prepares and positions patients for Magnetic Resonance procedure; thoroughly explains exam and answers patients' questions.Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures including neuro, body, and extremity, following protocols set by a Radiologist.Performs venous access on all patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a Radiologist.Enters necessary data into Radiology Imaging System, IDX Imaging Suite, and Picture Archive Communication System Image Management Systems.Processes images as necessary.Ability to identify anatomy on images.Performs quality control tests of equipment; reports any irregularities.Notifies Team Leader and appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions.Shares the responsibilities for ordering supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of supply levels.Acts as a Radiology liaison; provides radiological support to physicians as requested; refers problems to Team Leader.Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.Position Details:Education:Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)Experience:Certification(s) and License(s):Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Skills:OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger familyPosition Urgency:NormalShifts:Wednesday:11am-11:30pm, Thursday: 11am-11:30pm, Saturday: 6am-6:30pmState License Details:Must Be Currently ActiveMinimum Years of Experience:2Minimum Guaranteed Hours:36Specialty Type:Diagnostic ImagingSub Specialty:MRI TechnologistGeneral Certifications:BLS/BCLSAllied Health Certifications:ARRTBilingual:NoEMR Used:No ListingHoliday Coverage Required:Yes