MRI Technologist - Per Diem

Northern Dutchess Hospital; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Dutchess Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate high and low field MRI systems under radiologist direction. The role involves following modality protocols to produce high-quality images and administering contrast when needed.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, safety compliance (ALARA, Image Gently), data entry into HIS/RIS/PACS, and participation in QA/QC and PI activities. ARRT licensure required with MR preferred; NYS DOH IV certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology with additional training in MRI scanning.
• 1 year experience required.
• ARRT (R) license required.
• ARRT (MR) preferred.
• NYS DOH IV Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs exams following modality protocols to produce high-quality images.
• Operates MRI equipment and ancillary devices per safety standards.
• Administers contrast agents (IV, iodinated oral, or barium) as required.
• Maintains accurate patient and procedure data in HIS/RIS/PACS.
• Prepares patients and educates them about procedures to ensure cooperation.
• Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently, and MRI safety guidelines.
• Assists with QA/QC procedures to ensure equipment compliance.
• Keeps rooms stocked and ready, and coordinates with staff for efficient operation.
• Keeps licenses and CME credits current.

Skills

MRI scanning

Patient care

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

HIS

RIS

PACS

CAD applications

Job description

Northwellis the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees —including members ofNorthwell Health Physician Partners— who are working to change health care for the better.

Summary

The MRI Technologist works under the direction of a radiologist utilizing high and low field magnetic field in the form of resonance scanning equipment/scanners and other high-tech imaging equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs exams following modality specific protocols resulting in high quality images using appropriate imaging techniques.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of any and all modality specific ancillary equipment such as laser camera, fluoroscopic equipment, contrast injectors, QC phantoms, Gus cleaning units, CR readers PAC’s/RIS workstations, CAD workstations, dose calibrators, and flood sources.
• Appropriate storage, handling and administration of modality specific contrast agents including barium, iodinated oral contrast, and intravenous contrast agents.
• Maintains documentation and insures accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data such as patient history, exam title, patient demographics, laterality markers, and modality specific questionnaires and screening tools.
• Prepares patient for procedure: providing instructions to obtain desired results. Gain cooperation and minimize anxiety as per patient education standards.
• Applies safety principles to minimize risks to patient, self, and others. Following establish standards such as Alara, Image Gently, and MRI safety.
• Conducts ongoing patient assessment including monitoring of the patient’s condition and assuming the responsibility for provision of physical or psychological needs during procedures ensuring patient safety. Provides pre and post procedure patient education.
• Assists as needed to perform modality specific QA/QC procedures insuring equipment operates within manufacturers and regulatory guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility of assigned area assuring all rooms are clean, stocked with supplies, and meets the standards set by each modality.
• Participates in modality specific PI Plan.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department through communication either written or verbal with lead technologist training to equipment, patients and other staff members.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and application with computer programs that include HIS, RIS, PACS and ancillary CAD applications.
• Displays analytical and basic problem solving skills.
• Attends educational programs related to job responsibilities as required.
• Maintains all licenses and professional accreditation including society specific CME’s as required.

Essential Job Qualification's

• Education: Graduate from an A.M.A approved school of Radiologic Technology with additional training in MRI scanning.

• Experience: 1 year experience required

• License: A.R.R.T. (R)

• A.R.R.T. (MR) preferred

• NYS DOH IV Certification preferred

Working Conditions

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital

Org Unit: 1343

Department: Diagnostics/Imaging - MMK

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $46.96 - $58.71 Hourly