MRI Technologist - MRITECH 26-12630

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