MRI Technologist - Day Shift (No On-Call or Weekends)

St. Peter's Health Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in East Greenbush, NY is seeking an MRI Technologist for our outpatient MRI suite on the day shift. Join a brand-new GE 3T MRI unit and a Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region.

Under supervision of Chief of Medical Imaging, you will perform diagnostic MRI per protocols, ensure safety, document RIS entries, and mentor students. Requires AAS in Radiologic Technology, MRI experience, ARRT registration, and NYS license.

Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology
• MRI experience
• Current ARRT registration and NYS license required

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records a complete clinical history pertinent to examination requested.
• Evaluates requests for appropriateness; refers concerns to coordinator and/or radiologist.
• Instructs patient as to nature of the exam being performed.
• Effectively communicates with patient throughout exam being performed.
• Follows established scan protocols or radiologist’s special instructions.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment and accessories.
• Selects appropriate technical factors for requested imaging exam.
• Assists in instruction of student technologists and new personnel.
• Demonstrates accurate positioning and insures patient comfort.
• Demonstrates proper screening procedures for contraindication to MRI examination.
• Ensures proper magnetic field safety at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all MRI emergency procedures.
• Provides proper hearing protection to all patients and visitors.
• Effectively completes all required documentation related to patient care, imaging procedures and RIS requirements.
• Documents and reports all incidents, radiation safety concerns and equipment malfunctions to coordinator in a timely fashion.

Education

AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

St. Peter's Health Partners in East Greenbush, NY is seeking an MRI Technologist for our outpatient MRI suite on the day shift. Join a brand-new GE 3T MRI unit and a Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region.

Under supervision of Chief of Medical Imaging, you will perform diagnostic MRI per protocols, ensure safety, document RIS entries, and mentor students. Requires AAS in Radiologic Technology, MRI experience, ARRT registration, and NYS license.