MRI Technologist – Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate MRI equipment and prepare patients for examinations in our New York facility. You will set up the MRI procedure, ensure patient safety, and document data for radiologist review.

Responsibilities include performing abdominal, thoracic, neurological, and extremity MRI studies, positioning patients, monitoring during exams, and assisting with contrast administration as needed. Prior MRI experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• New York State and/or Connecticut licensure as Radiologic Technologist.
• ARRT Registered Technologist (R.T.) or MR-IR eligible within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient anxiety
• Sets up MRI equipment for procedures
• Ensures patient is screened and consent obtained when necessary
• Performs MRI procedures (abdomen, thoracic, neurological, extremities)
• Positions patient on exam table and within gantry
• Enters patient data and requisition details
• Calculates number of scans and verifies images
• Contacts Radiologist for review of need for additional scanning
• Transfers images to PACS and archives discs
• Assists with IV contrast administration
• Monitors patient during examination
• Reports changes in patient condition to radiologist
• Performs minor repairs/calibrations and troubleshoots equipment
• Alerts management to major equipment issues
• Assists in scheduling exams and patient flow
• All duties align with ADA essential functions

Skills

Patient communication

Anatomy knowledge

Team coordination

Procedural explanation

Critical thinking

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Registered Technologist (R.T.)

BLS

Tools

PACS System

MRI equipment operation

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate MRI equipment and prepare patients for examinations in our New York facility. You will set up the MRI procedure, ensure patient safety, and document data for radiologist review.

Responsibilities include performing abdominal, thoracic, neurological, and extremity MRI studies, positioning patients, monitoring during exams, and assisting with contrast administration as needed. Prior MRI experience is preferred.