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MRI Technologist - Per Diem - Easton Campus

St. Luke's University Health Network

Easton, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Data Collection, Data Quality, HIS/RIS, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Medical Records, Nursing, Patient Administration, Patient Care, Patient Education, Performance Management, Phlebotomy, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Quality Assurance, Radiology, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Easton, PA
POSTED
12 days ago


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 MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations on patients based on department procedures and under direction of department Section Chief and Manager. The position will require a significant degree of judgment 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.
  • Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
  • Assists in gathering, recording data and serving as committee member for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
  • Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
  • Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
  • Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
  • Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
  • Reviews patient safety checklist prior to patient’s study.
  • Responsible for the success of the department to achieve Press Ganey goal. Every patient should receive patient education and your personalized business card. Apology cards should be sent or given to all patients when we do not meet their expectations.

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 registered, or ARRT registry eligible. Advanced MRI registry required within 1 year of hire.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  

Two (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.

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!!







About the Company

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St. Luke's University Health Network

St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.

The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:

  • More than 80 owned physician-practice sites
  • 300 employed primary care/specialist physicians
  • Various outpatient testing and service facilities
  • Home health
  • Hospice services (inpatient and outpatient)
  • Largest ambulance provider in Bucks County and second largest in Lehigh County
  • Other related organizations
  • 57,500+ annual admissions
  • 195,000 annual emergency room visits
  • 1,325 physicians on the Medical Staff (96 percent board-certified)
  • 8,600+ employees
  • More than 1,350 volunteers

Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:

  • Level 1 Adult Trauma Center: fully accredited by Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation; 2,400+ annual trauma cases; St. Luke's 1.75 percent mortality rate represents top decile performance, significantly better than peer group as measured by National Trauma Data Bank of the American College of Surgeons; aeromedical transport services
  • Oncology: first and only cancer program in Pennsylvania to receive American College of Surgeons' highest quality recognition for three consecutive years; only Pennsylvania program to receive award in 2010; region's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologists; advanced programs for melanoma (internationally recognized melanoma investigator), lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancers and tumors of the brain and spine
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery: multiple-year recipient of highest rating for cardiac bypass surgery, represents top decile performance achieved by only 10 percent of U.S. hospitals (Society for Thoracic Surgery); region's first Joint Commission certified Heart Failure Program; comprehensive surgical services excluding heart transplants
  • Neuroscience: accredited Stroke Center; additional Centers of Excellence include: Balance Center, Headache Center, Memory Disorders Center, Multiple Sclerosis Center, Sleep Disorders Center
  • Orthopaedics: advanced expertise in total joint replacement and reconstruction, computer-assisted minimally invasive surgery, primary and reconstructive surgery of the spine, sports injuries, diseases and conditions of the hand and elbow, traumatic injuries
  • Women's/Children's Health: high-risk pregnancy; the region’s busiest obstetrical service; two neonatal intensive care units; pediatric specialty care provided by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
  • Robotic/Minimally Invasive Surgery: one of the nation's most experienced robotic surgical teams
  • Radiology: designated international General Electric Healthcare Show Site for imaging technology; designated Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology
  • Bariatric Surgery: designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Surgical Review Corporation

St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:

Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.

Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.

Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.

Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.

Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.

Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.

The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network 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.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services