MRI Technologist – Day Shift (Per Diem)

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester seeks an MRI Technologist for per diem coverage in Rochester, NY. You will operate MRI equipment, ensure patient safety, manage imaging data, and contribute to high-quality imaging workflows within the Imaging Sciences - OP Bldg department.

The role requires NY CRT licensure and ARRT Radiography Certification with CE credits, plus training on current MRI scanners. You will support staff training and maintain PACS data management, contributing to optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• CRT NY licensure required upon hire.
• ARRT Radiography Certification with CE credits upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and utilizes all MRI equipment including imaging coils and monitoring systems.
• Evaluate image quality by troubleshooting scanner or coil problems and scan parameters.
• Identify and compensate for imaging artifacts.
• Review MRI registration and screening forms to confirm safe access to the magnet room.
• Assist in training new MRI technologists and students.
• Perform filming, archiving and PACS data management for each patient scanned.
• Retrieve old MRI data for restoration and networking.
• Master new techniques with each scanner upgrade.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to necessary staff.

Skills

MRI operation

Image quality

Patient safety

PACS management

Training others

Communication

Education

School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

MRI scanners

ARRT Radiography Certification

Job description

University of Rochester seeks an MRI Technologist for per diem coverage in Rochester, NY. You will operate MRI equipment, ensure patient safety, manage imaging data, and contribute to high-quality imaging workflows within the Imaging Sciences - OP Bldg department.

The role requires NY CRT licensure and ARRT Radiography Certification with CE credits, plus training on current MRI scanners. You will support staff training and maintain PACS data management, contributing to optimal patient care.