MRI Technologist

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health seeks an MRI technologist at our New York facility to operate MRI and MRA equipment under radiologist supervision. You will position and clamp patients, explain procedures, and ensure safety for patients and staff.

The role requires NY DOH licensure, ARRT registration preferred, and minimum 2 years MRI experience in hospital settings. Proficiency with PACS/RIS and MR scanners is expected, along with a commitment to high-quality imaging.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of two (2) years American Medical Association approved School of Radiologic Technology, required.
• Licensed by State of New York Department of Health, required.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years MRI experience in a hospital based setting utilizing a high field strength magnet, required.
• Experience with PACS and RIS and computer controlled equipment such as MR scanners, required.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a radiologist, performs MRI and MRA procedures.
• Produces high quality images with minimum stress and exposure to the patient by dealing tactfully and cooperatively with patients and general public.
• Provides information and explanation to patient in regard to examination
• Checks patient identification and screening form in order to ensure proper administration of MRI & MRA procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to properly position the patient on the table as required for the exam requested.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate the MRI unit as per protocols.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new technologists.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to follow departmental protocols to produce appropriate studies.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology (2 years)

Licensed by State of New York Department of Health

ARRT registration preferred

Minimum two years MRI experience in hospital-based setting

PACS and RIS and MR scanners experience

Tools

PACS

RIS

MR scanners

Job description

• Locations 100 East 77th Street, New York, NY, 10075, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Internal Posting Start Date 05/13/2026
• Internal Posting End Date 05/20/2026
• Minimum Salary/Range* 60.3820
• Maximum Salary/Range* 71.9126
• Shift Evenings
• Shift Begin Time 4:00 PM
• Shift End Time 12:00 AM
• Schedule Full Time

Job Description

Job Description:

Operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Explain procedure to patient, position and immobilize patient on exam table and observe during scan under direction of physician. Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality. Review and evaluate computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.

Job Responsibility:

• Under the direction of a radiologist, performs MRI and MRA procedures.
• Produces high quality images with minimum stress and exposure to the patient by dealing tactfully and cooperatively with patients and general public.
• Provides information and explanation to patient in regard to examination
• Checks patient identification and screening form in order to ensure proper administration of MRI & MRA procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to properly position the patient on the table as required for the exam requested.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate the MRI unit as per protocols.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new technologists.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to follow departmental protocols to produce appropriate studies.
• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School diploma or equivalency, required. Completion of two (2) years American Medical Association approved School of Radiologic Technology, required.
• Licensed by State of New York Department of Health, required.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years MRI experience in a hospital based setting utilizing a high field strength magnet, required.
• Experience with PACS and RIS and computer controlled equipment such as MR scanners, required.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Northwell Health reserves the right to amend all terms of employment.