Location:

Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)

Shift:

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

The 3D Imaging Technologist utilizes knowledge and experience gained from clinical experience in CT and/or MRI to process and produce multi-planar reformatted and three-dimensional images from volumetric scans of patients. The 3D Imaging Technologist works independently using various imaging computer workstations and multiple post processing software and hardware solutions. The 3D Imaging Technologist also works closely with radiology section chiefs to develop post-processing protocols. The 3D Imaging Technologist creates standard protocol views for a wide range of clinical anatomy and pathology.

A 3D Imaging Technologist must be experienced in cross-sectional computed tomography (CT) and/or (MR) and must understand cross-sectional anatomy to be able to recognize scan artifacts and abnormal anatomy/pathology in 3D images. Excellent interpersonal interaction and communication (oral, written, presentation) skills. Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function independently and competently in stressful situations.

Job Duties:

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable). 
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.  
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable. 
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers. 
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

Education:

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body, Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), Computed Tomography Technologist RT(R)(CT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist RT(R)(MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Vascular Interventional Technologist RT(R)(VI) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills:

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.