MRI Technologist

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI and MR angiography equipment in a hospital setting on-site in New York. You will position and immobilize patients, explain the procedure, monitor the patient, and ensure high-quality images under radiologist supervision.

You will verify patient identity, follow safety protocols, and assist with training of new staff while using PACS/RIS and other MR scanner equipment.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

MRI procedures

Patient care

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

2-year Radiologic Technology program

Tools

PACS

RIS

MR scanners

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).