MRI Technologist ( Upper Bucks - Sat & Sun 630a-630p)

Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Quakertown
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The Weekend MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations on patients based on department procedures and under direction of the department Section Chief and Manager. The position will require a significant degree of judgement in the performance of assigned duties. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for the successful technical continuity of care for patients receiving MRI studies.Communicates to radiologists clinical observations made during MRI examination. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to radiologist.Demonstrates competency in venipuncture skill for patients requiring contrast administration during MRI studies.Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate equipment and chart information. Sitting for up to 5 hours in 50 minute increments. Standing and walking for up to 3 hours in 15 minute increments. Pushing, pulling and lifting of patients up to 400 pounds with assistance. Occasional stooping, lifting and raising arms above shoulder level. Lifting and moving of objects of up to 30 pounds. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision. Must not have any metal implants or pacemaker, which would be a contraindication to work around the MRI magnet. EDUCATION: Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT or ARMRIT registered, or ARRT or ARMRIT registry eligible. NJ staff must be registered before date of hire. Advanced MRI registry required within 1 year of hire. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 2 years experience as a staff technologist preferred. 1 year experience as an MRI technologist preferred. History of computer usage experience required. Current CPR certification required before completion of orientation. SCHEDULE: Weekends Saturday and Sunday 630a-630p. Please complete your application using your full legal name and-- -current home address. -- -Be sure to-- -include-- -employment history for-- -the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.-- - Additionally, you are-- -encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and-- -licenses, if applicable. -- -It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. -- -Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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