MRI Technologist

3000 Montefiore Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 118,000; Full time

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Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI procedures under radiologist supervision. You will prep patients, set protocols, acquire images, and assist during biopsy as needed, while upholding radiation safety standards and quality care.

The role requires NYS Radiologic Technologist license with MRI injection ARRT certification, completion of a radiologic technology program, and familiarity with Epic tracking systems. Evening shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training program.
• NYS Registered Radiologic Technologist with Injection ARRT certification in MRI.
• OHS Fit Test/OHS Annual Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Patient and Room Preparation: enter patient data in Epic and systems; position patient for scan; obtain scout image.
• Obtain cross sectional images by setting protocols for high quality MRI.
• Direct involvement during procedures: assist radiologist during biopsies; monitor progression from control room; operate injector as needed.
• Photograph and label scan images; process and display final images for radiologist interpretation; maintain records of image slices and injections; follow radiation safety rules.
• Train other associates and students in MRI procedures.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Perform duties of a 4T technologist as needed.
• Perform other related assigned tasks.

Education

Formal radiologic technology training program

NYS Registered Radiologic Technologist with Injection ARRT certification in MRI

OHS Fit Test / OHS Annual Assessment

Tools

MRI Systems

Epic tracking equipment

Job description

City/State: Bronx, New York

Grant Funded: No

Department: RAD - IMAGING GUNHILL

Bargaining Unit: 1199

Work Shift: Evening

Work Days: ALTERNATE WORK SCHEDULE

Scheduled Hours: Hours Vary

Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS

Hourly Rate: $55.14 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary Under the direction of radiologist, performs MRI Procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

The shifts for this position are as follows: Sunday 7a-330p, Monday thru Thursday 12noon-830p.

Essential Functions

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the scan table in the correct position for the scan to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout image for procedure.
• Obtain cross sectional images: This task includes the proper setting of protocols and sequences to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.
• Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the radiologist during biopsy procedures as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring progression of biopsy procedure c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.
• Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling scan images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation. Maintain all necessary records of image slices, injections, etc. Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Train other associates and students in MRI procedures.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Perform duties of a 4T technologist as needed.
• Perform other related assigned tasks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training program
• MRI Systems
• Radiographic film processor
• Epic tracking equipment
• NYS Registered Radiologic Technologist with Injection ARRT certification in MRI
• OHS Fit Test/OHS Annual Assessment

Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Since its inception in 1884, Montefiore’s mission has been to heal, to teach, to discover and advance the health of the communities we serve. Montefiore's state-of-the-art facilities include the internationally-recognized Children’s Hospital at Montefiore and our Notable Centers of Excellence - Montefiore Einstein Center for Cancer Care, Montefiore Einstein Center for Heart and Vascular Care, Montefiore Einstein Center for Transplantation. Combined with a growing number of locations for primary and specialty care throughout the Bronx and Westchester County, Montefiore is the ideal organization to apply and hone your expertise.

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