MRI Technologist

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Gouverneur (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Gouverneur Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate MRI equipment and ancillary support systems, performing MRI procedures per provider orders and in accordance with approved techniques, policies and regulatory standards established by NYSDOH and ARRT.

The role requires ARRT registration or equivalent Radiologic Technologist training, a High School Diploma or GED, and 2 years of related experience; candidates must be able to work independently with minimal

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Radiologic Technologist or MRI program graduate.
• ARRT registration; BLS certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of diagnostic technologist experience or MRI program graduate.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle clinical emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures using anatomy knowledge and MRI techniques.
• Assist radiologist in MRI interventional procedures and provide images.
• Follow MRI safety guidelines and educate on MRI safety.
• Adhere to patient identification, education, consents, and order verification.
• Participate in QA/QC and maintain MRI equipment documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Anatomy knowledge

Patient positioning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARRT certification

AHA-BLS certification

Job description

JOB TITLE: MRI Technologist

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Gouverneur Hospital - 77 West Barney Street Gouverneur, NY 13642

DEPARTMENT: Medical Imaging

SCHEDULE: Days, M-F, 8hrs, 8am-430pm

SUMMARY

Operates MRI equipment and ancillary support systems to perform MRI procedures per provider orders. This is in accordance with approved techniques, policies and regulatory standards as established by regulatory agencies, standards and policies set forth by the organization. Adheres to the professional standards of the NYS Department of Health and American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.

RESPONSIBILITIES(35%)

• (35%) Performs MRI procedures to utilizing the principles and knowledge of anatomy, positioning and MRI techniques.
• (25%) Assists radiologist in the performance MRI interventional procedures and provides appropriate images for interpretation.
• (15%). Follows all regulatory and organizational guidelines for patient/staff screening and MRI Safety and provides MRI safety education to anyone who may have contact with the MRI equipment.
• (15%). Follows organizational standards to include but not limited to patient identification, patient education, consents, and order verification and infection control.
• (10%). Participates in all QA/QC procedures as designated and maintains standards of these programs. This includes processes involving MRI equipment, image quality, documentation and MRI safety.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED Graduate of either Radiologic Technology or MRI program.
• Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AHA-BLS, or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• 2 years of experience as a Diagnostic Technologist or Graduate of an Accredited MRI program.
• Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, working with a variety of licensed and non-licenses professionals internal and external to hospital operations.
• Application of clinical and technical knowledge and skills in the performance of job and patient care during routine and emergent situations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal Advanced modality specialty training.
• IV certification from NYS.
• 1 year of experience as a MRI Technologist.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate and move radiologic equipment.
• Ability to note changes in condition of others by vision, feel, observation of verbal and non-verbal behavior, listening/hearing and verbal communication.

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE

$34.25 - $45.25

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.