JOB TITLE: MRI Technologist
JOB OVERVIEW
- Location: New York, NY 10019
- Job Type: Contract (No Benefits)
- Duration: 9 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Schedule: 5 days of 8 hours. Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Local candidates required: Yes
- Traveler candidates required: Yes
PAY RATE
- Local candidates: $70 to $74 per hour, based on experience
- Traveler candidates: $2,800 to $3,000 per week, based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY
- Operates and/or prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
- Applies the technical judgment needed to obtain studies of acceptable diagnostic quality, according to written protocols and patient needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Imaging and patient care
- Perform MRI imaging procedures
- Position patients and associated coils to obtain the optimum study
- Provide patient education relevant to the specific imaging procedure, including the nature of the procedure, the area to be imaged, and any specific instructions
- Review all patient safety questionnaires before introducing any patient into the MRI scan room
- Assist the physician directly as required
- Call for in-patients as required
Image handling and documentation
- Ensure all MRI images are labeled as specified by the department SOP
- Evaluate images for technical acceptability and ensure they are transmitted to PACS in a timely manner
- Ensure all studies performed are completed in the Radiology Information System in a timely manner
- Accurately record all required patient tracking information in the Radiology Information System
- Schedule exams in the Radiology Information System as required
- Scan patient-related documents
Room, equipment, and supplies
- Ensure radiology room and equipment cleanliness at the start and end of the shift, including removal of soiled linen
- Maintain supplies and accessories in the radiographic room needed to perform duties safely
- Inform the supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed equipment repairs or unsafe conditions
Safety and compliance
- Maintain safety standards through strict adherence to safety guidelines to prevent ferromagnetic material from entering the scan room
- Protect self, patients, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols
- Maintain licensure specific to the job in good standing, including adherence to the Public Health Code
- Attend in-services and other professional development meetings as required
Other
- Perform related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Strong background in cross-sectional anatomy, physical sciences, and MR physics
- Excellent technical skills and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Two (2) years of experience in MRI
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Graduate of an approved program in Radiologic Technology
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
- New York State license in Diagnostic Radiology
- ARRT MRI registry
- BCLS certification