MRI Technologist MSMH LMH

Catholic Health System; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will operate MRI imaging equipment, ensuring the production of high-quality images for patient care. Your responsibilities will include assessing and planning patient needs while rotating through various modalities as required. This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied schedules, including on-call duties. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Requires current NYS License and ARRT Certification in MRI.
• Post High School Vocational Training and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI imaging equipment to produce high-quality images.
• Deliver patient care through assessment, planning, and evaluation.

Skills

Diagnostic MRI Equipment

BLS

Basic Cardiac Rhythms for Technicians

Computer Skills

Education

Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training

Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology

Current NYS License in Radiologic Technology

Current ARRT Certification in MRI

Current NYS Intravenous Contrast Administration Certificate

Current NYS Driver's License

Tools

Personal Computer

Fax

Job description

Salary: 36.10-44.80 USD

Facility: Lockport Memorial Hospital

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1199

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days and Evenings with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Hours:

Varied start times between 7:00am and 4:00pm, with varied end times between 3:00pm and 12:00am, also 11:00pm - 7:00am on call, holiday and weekend rotation required. Will rotate to x-ray and CT. May rotate to offsite locations.

Summary:

Operates MRI imaging equipment to produce images of professional quality for interpretation. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation as appropriate to the ages of the patients served, based on the area of clinical practice. All MR positions are considered multimodality and will perform EKG's. All positions will rotate within other modalities as needed.

Position may include multisite rotations and on-call coverage responsibilities.

Mount St. Mary's Hospital consists of multiple locations and associates may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

1. Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training required
2. Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology required
3. Current NYS License in Radiologic Technology required
4. Current ARRT Certification in MRI required
5. Current NYS Intravenous contrast administration certificate required
6. Current NYS Driver's License required
7. BLS required
8. Completion of "Basic Cardiac Rhythms for Technicians" course required within 3 months of hire
9. Employees who float to other departments must possess the competencies/certifications and minimum requirements of that job classification.

EXPERIENCE

1. One (1) year experience in MRI preferred
2. Grade 13Z-On the job training provided based on current ARRT MRI Certification
3. EKG/ECG training may be done on the job

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

1. Diagnostic MRI Equipment
2. Fax
3. Personal Computer
4. Answers Telephone
5. Maintain Filing System
6. Schedule Appointments
7. Computer
8. Archive and Transmit Images

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. May be Exposed to Infectious and Contagious Diseases
2. Exposed to Hazardous Anesthetic Agents, Body Fluids and Wastes
3. Subject to Electrical and Radiant Energy Hazards
4. Exposed to Odorous Chemical and Specimens
5. Occasional Exposure to Unpleasant Patient or Unit Elements
6. Contact with Patients Under a Wide Variety of Circumstances
7. Subject to Varying and Unpredictable Situations
8. Handles Emergency or Crisis Situations
9. Subject to Many Interruptions
10. Subject to Long Irregular Hours
11. Occasional Pressure Due to Multiple Calls and Inquiries
12. Required Protective Equipment:
13. Gown
14. Mask
15. Sterile and Non-Sterile Medical Gloves