MRI Technologist

Wmchealth; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wmchealth in New York seeks a Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI to operate MRI scanners, position patients and acquire diagnostic images for physician review. Under general supervision, you will maintain the MRI console and peripheral hardware, perform MRI procedures, and ensure patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Certification in ARRT MRI and NYS licensure are required, with at least two years of MRI experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold NYS license as Radiologic Technologist in diagnostic radiography and ARRT MRI certification.
• Two years of experience in MRI in a hospital or private radiology service.
• Experience operating MRI equipment and positioning patients for scans.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners to acquire diagnostic images for physician review.
• Position patients properly and ensure comfort and safety during procedures.
• Maintain and adjust MRI console and peripheral hardware as required.

Skills

MRI procedures

Patient positioning

Equipment operation

Education

NYS Radiologic Technologist license

Tools

MRI console

Imaging peripherals

Job description

This position is with the Civil Service Union (CSEA)and is NYS Pension eligible.

Summary:

Under general supervision, an incumbent of this class is responsible for technical work involving the operation of magnetic resonance scanners to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Work involves performing diagnostic procedures, positioning patients, maintaining and adjusting console and peripheral hardware. Supervision is not a responsibility of this class.

Does related work as required

Licenses/Certifications:

Possession of a valid license and current registration issued by the New York State Department of Health as a Radiologic Technologist in the field of diagnostic radiography and two years of experience in a hospital x-ray department or a private radiological service performing MRIs.

Special Requirements:

Must be certified and maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technicians (ARRT) in the field of magnetic resonance imaging.