MRI Technologist - Part-Time

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca, Inc.; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform exams, document patient history and contrast information while ensuring safety and quality. The role supports multiple Cayuga Health campuses and requires ARRT MRI certification and NYS licensure, including an injection endorsement.

Part-time shifts include days and evenings; familiarity with ISTAT and inventory is a plus, with opportunities for professional development within a collaborative health system.

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification in MRI required.
• NYS license for Diagnostic Imaging (and NYS enhanced license for injection) required.
• Minimum Associates degree in Radiologic Sciences or equivalent.
• Two years of MRI experience preferred, new graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Completes all MRI exams including patient history, technique details, contrast information, and IV injection documentation.
• Adheres to MRI safety policies for staff and patients.
• Labels syringes with date, time, contrast and initials per policy.
• Follows ISTAT usage per sites worked.
• Sets acquisition factors to optimize image quality and evaluates image quality.
• Monitors stock levels and enters stock/pantry orders in the system.

Skills

ARRT MRI Certification

NYS Diagnostic Imaging License

Enhanced NYS Injection License

Associates degree in Radiologic Scienc

2 years' experience preferred

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in Radiologic Sciences

Job description

About Cayuga Health

Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility. Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities. Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Completes all steps involved with the exams including Documentation of Patient History, Tech Info, Contrast Info, and IV Injection info. And scanning paperwork packs into the system.
• Follow all MRI safety policies consistently for staff and patients.
• Consistently follow patient identification policy: Labeling syringes when loading with date, time, contrast, and initials.
• Follow all P+P regarding use of ISTAT (Per sites worked)
• Demonstrate knowledge of MR department procedures and protocols by setting acquisition factors for optimal image quality, evaluating images for quality, and accurately following physicians instructions.
• Assesses stock levels and enters stock/pantry orders in computer system.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Minimum of Associates degree, Radiologic Sciences program.
• ARRT Certification in MRI.
• Licensure: ARRT credentials for Diagnostic Imaging and NYS license. Also must receive the enhanced NYS license for injection, on or before completion of introductory period.
• Experience: Preference of two years' experience, but new graduates welcomed.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/sit for long periods while performing ultrasound studies.
• Ability to push ultrasound equipment throughout hospital for bedside testing.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite at Cayuga Healthcare System.
• Based at Cayuga Medical Center, 101 Dates Dr, Ithaca, NY 14850.
• May be scheduled to support department and patient needs at East and Cortland Campuses.
• Shift: Part-Time - Days/Evenings FLEX.
• 0%-5% Travel can be expected in this role.

Pay Range Disclosure:

Standard Rate of $36.00 to $54.00 per hour, plus benefits Shift differentials for evenings, nights and weekends according to schedule Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.