MRI Technologist — Evening Shift with Career Growth & Tuition

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners is seeking an MRI Technologist for St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. This full-time evenings position runs 1:00pm-11:00pm and involves diagnostic MRI under the direction of the Chief of Medical Imaging.

Candidates must have an AAS in Radiologic Technology, ARRT registration, NYS license, and at least 1 year CT or MRI experience. Join a team committed to safe, patient-centered care and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology.
• 1 year CT and/or MRI experience.
• Current ARRT registration and NYS license required.

Responsibilities

• Abiding by the Mercycare mission and values, and under the direction of the Chief of Medical Imaging, the MRI Technologist performs diagnostic MRI in accordance with departmental standards.
• 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 is seeking an MRI Technologist for St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY. This full-time evenings position runs 1:00pm-11:00pm and involves diagnostic MRI under the direction of the Chief of Medical Imaging.

Candidates must have an AAS in Radiologic Technology, ARRT registration, NYS license, and at least 1 year CT or MRI experience. Join a team committed to safe, patient-centered care and ongoing professional growth.