One of our clients is looking for an MRI Technologist.
Position Type : Full-Time/ Per-Diem
Location: New York
Schedule: Mon-Fri varied Weekends as needed
Position Summary:
• Performs routine and some special procedure imaging.
• Prepares patient for procedures.
• Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used.
• Adheres to established standards of care.
• Pursues appropriate continuing education.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to established customer service programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance.
• Exercises professional judgments in performance of procedures.
• Provides patient care.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed scans for quality, completeness for the type of ttest ordered
• Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
• Performs quality assurance and calibrations as needed
• Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department
• Maintains the cleanliness of all areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to MRI supervisor
• Prints patient CD if needed
• Performs routine office duties, such as answering the phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients request, utilizes EMR and PACS systems
• Notifies front desk staff upon exam completion
• Shows radiologist images and calls report to attending physician and documents communication if necessary (STAT readings)
• May be assigned as instructor or preceptor
• Introduces themselves and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered
• Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial stature of patient populations; pediatric, adolescent, adults and geriatric groups.
• Attends staff meetings and in-services
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
Education& Experience Requirements:
• Must graduate from an accredited radiography school or hospital based program.
• Technologist must be certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT), ARMRIT become ARRT MR certified within 1 year of hire date.
• NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required. ARRT registered (RT) and radiograph
• Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies.
• Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.
• BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be completed with 90 days of hire.
• IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation.
• MRI safety certification level 2 required yearly
Core Competencies:
• Must be able to speak, write, understand and communicate the English language.
• Retain composure under stress
• Teamwork & Adaptability
• Acts as a Professional Role Model
• Assessment Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)
• Attention to Detail
• Planning & Organizing
• Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
• Stress Tolerance
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Salary Range: $48-$58/HR
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