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Penn Medicine
Per Diem MRI Rad Tech
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What they do
An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.
$70,861 / year median in Pennsylvania
+16% projected growth
Job Description
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? General Summary Statement Under the direction of the radiologist, the MR technologist performs a variety of MR procedures on pediatric and adult patients. They have the ability to perform all MR procedures requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning, magnetic field safety and cross sectional anatomy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs all necessary preparations related to MR procedures:
- Obtains patient history, explains the procedure, gains consent for contrast material administration and address any patient concerns prior to beginning the procedure.
- Screens patients and employees of all metal preventing access to Zone III/IV.
- Performs all necessary checks for accuracy of the prescription, precertification/authorization if required by individual insurance companies, EPIC order and patient identification.
- Perform all MR procedures following the appropriate imaging protocols.
- Compiles and reviews images, provides applicable comparison studies, and prepares documentation for interpretation.
- Performs quality control testing as required.
- Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required. Education Training and Experience Completion of a Radiologic technology program resulting in a two-year certificate and/or associate degree or four year baccalaureate degree. Licensure/Certification
- Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic technologists (ARRT) and is Board eligible and will obtain advanced level certification in MRI (MR) within 1 year of hire.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees.