MRI Technologist Outpatient

White Plains Hospital Inc; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI for an evening shift in New Rochelle, NY. The role focuses on preparing patients, positioning for specific examinations, and assisting radiologists to acquire high-quality images.

The incumbent will perform equipment QA, maintain a safe environment, and educate patients about the procedures. The position requires an accredited radiography program, NY state radiology license, ARRT-MR certification, and

Qualifications

• High School required; radiography certificate or hospital-based program required.
• ARRT-MR MRI certification required; NY radiology license required.
• BLS certification within 90 days; IV certification within 180 days.
• 1–3 years radiology experience preferred; must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency with MRI equipment and patient positioning; strong safety and patient-care skills.
• Ability to document and communicate findings; adherence to performance standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for MRI procedures and position them correctly per protocol.
• Assist radiologists during procedures and ensure image quality and documentation.
• Perform routine equipment QA and calibrations as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and report equipment issues.
• Provide patient education about the examination and procedures.
• Cover shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Education

High School Diploma

Radiography certificate or hospital-based program

ARRT-MR MRI certification

New York State Radiology License

BLS Certification

IV Certification

Job description

City/State:

New Rochelle, New York

Department:

WPH Radiology Admin_2

Work Shift:

Evening

Work Days:

ALTERNATE WORK SCHEDULE

Scheduled Hours:

11 AM-7 PM

Hours Per Pay Period:

45

Pay Rate/Range:

$48.9093-$73.3638

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Adheres to established standards of care. Pursues appropriate continuing education. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to established customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Exercises professional judgments in performance of procedures. Provides patient care.

Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 11am-7pm, Sunday, 8a-6p

Essential Functions

• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires.
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed scans for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered.
• Assists physicians during procedures as necessary.
• Performs quality assurance and calibrations as needed.
• Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the practice.
• Maintains the cleanliness of all areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to the practice supervisor.
• Prints patient CD if needed.
• Performs routine office tasks, such as answering phones, checking-in patients, obtaining previous reports/films, or
  other related duties as needed.
• Notifies front desk staff upon exam completion.
• Shows radiologist images and calls report to attending physician and documents communication if necessary (STAT readings).
• May be assigned as instructor or preceptor.
• Introduces themselves and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
• Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial stature of patient populations; pediatric, adolescent, adults and geriatric groups.
• Attends staff meetings and in-services.
• Coverage rotation to other outpatient offsites.
• Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the offsite practices.
• May be required to work holidays, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the outpatient facility.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Required and
• Certificate accredited radiography school or hospital-based program. Required
• 1-3 years Preferred
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside all of the MRI zones to access coils, patients and paperwork. (High proficiency)
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (High proficiency)
• The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. (High proficiency)
• Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in all of the MRI zones (High proficiency)
• ARRT-MR - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Magnetic Resonance Imaging - AMERICAN REGISTERY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT) Upon Hire Required and
• BLS - American Heart Association within 90 Days Required
• New York State-Department of Health Radiology License Upon Hire Required and
• IV Certification within 180 Days Required

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.