MRI Technologist

SHIFT:

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift (10a-6:30p) with call/holiday rotation

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CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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What you will do

• 1. Performs all MRI techniques and examinations according to the procedures determined by the Radiologists.

  • Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination 100% of the time

  • Produces optimal MRI images for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation 100% of the time.

  • Selects proper technical factors, coils, restraining devices and operated MRI equipment as directed 100% of the time.

  • Provides protection in accordance with prescribed MR safety standards to ensure the well being of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties 100% of the time.

• 2. Identifies and archive patient's images. Maintain records of exams.

  • Responsible for proper identification on images including patient identification and patient demographics 100% of the time.

  • Maintains appropriate records of examinations and MRI procedure log 100% of the time.

  • Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System 100% of the time.

• 3. Conducts self in a professional manner

  • Subject to on-call status including weekends and holidays.

  • Refers to the MRI Team Leader any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities 100% of the time.

  • Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development 100% of the time.

• 4. Participates in the formal in-service program provided for Radiology Complex 95%.

Licenses and Certifications

• MRI Technician (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - upon hire - Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

Education

• High School Diploma / GED Required

• Technical Diploma Radiology Required

Experience

• At least two (2) years MRI Experience Required

• At least five (5) years MRI Experience Preferred

• Pediatric Experience Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Provide specific knowledge and skills required for the job: (Required proficiency)

• Knowledge of all forms of MRI Imaging (Required proficiency)

• Knowledge of information systems for transferring data (Required proficiency)

• Knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (Required proficiency)

• Works independently of supervision (Required proficiency)

• Good organizational skills (Required proficiency)

• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (Required proficiency)

• Provides Family Centered Care (Required proficiency)

• Integrates knowledge and assessment of child and family (Age-Specific Competency) (Required proficiency)

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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