MRI Technologist Outpatient

White Plains Hospital Inc; Claremont (NH); Sur place; USD 67 000 - 101 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist with MRI experience to perform routine imaging, assist radiologists, and maintain equipment. You will prepare patients, ensure high-quality studies, and participate in QA and safety programs.

The role includes coverage for offsite practices and potential holiday shifts. An ARRT-MR credential and BLS within 90 days are required, with hospital-based radiography training or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate accredited radiography program (hospital-based acceptable).
• ARRT-MR credential or eligibility required at hire.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Position patients and perform routine imaging procedures according to protocol.
• Assist radiologists during procedures and ensure quality images.
• Operate and maintain MRI equipment; conduct QA checks.
• Adhere to patient care standards and safety policies.
• Complete required documentation and communicate results to physicians.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in imaging areas; rotate to offsite locations as needed.
• Provide patient education regarding examinations and consent.
• Attend staff meetings and training; support on-call commitments.

Connaissances

High School Diploma

Radiography Certification

ARRT-MR

BLS Certification

MRI Safety Awareness

Computer Proficiency

Patient Communications

Formation

Radiography Certificate

Outils

MRI Equipment

PACS/ imaging software

Description du poste

City/State:

White Plains, New York

Department:

WPH Radiology Admin_2

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

TUES-SAT

Scheduled Hours:

11 AM-7 PM

Hours Per Pay Period:

75

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.

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.