MRI Tech Per Diem Days- Plainsboro, NJ

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• MRI Technologist interprets a physicians script / order, explains procedure to patients, select software options and imaging parameters when adjusting an MRI machine. Views images from a work station and post processes procedure and sends to PACS for Radiologist interpretation. The technologist will assist patients to the MRI suite, position patients on the table for their imaging.

Responsibilities

• Ensure's safety by screening all patient's, staff and visitors prior to coming in contact with the powerful magnetic field of a MRI scanner. Explain procedures, answer patient's questions as fully as possible and provide emotional support. Position patients and coils on the table that slides inside the MRI scanner. Recognize and respond to life threatening situations. Routinely check scanners and related equipment. Follow all safety procedures for self, patients and machinery. Must be able to communicate effectively with patient prior and during exam. On-call Responsibilities.

Credentials

• Amer Registry Radiologic Tech (Required)

• Radiologic Technologist (Required)

• BLS within 6 months of hire

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Graduate from a CHEA or AMA approved and accredited School of Radiology

• MRI Experience preferred

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. REQNUMBER: 185297