MRI Technologist - Per Diem (Outpatient Orthopedics)

Trinity Health; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Part time

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Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in Latham, NY seeks an MRI Technologist for the Outpatient Orthopedics Office on a Per Diem basis. The role involves performing diagnostic MRI and adhering to departmental standards at 1182 Troy Schenectady Road.

Office hours are Monday–Friday with early evening availability. The candidate should have an AAS in Radiologic Technology, MRI experience, ARRT registration, and NYS license.

Qualifications

• MRI experience is required.
• Current ARRT registration and NYS license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic MRI in accordance with departmental standards.
• Obtains and records a complete clinical history pertinent to examination requested.
• Evaluates requests for appropriateness; refers concerns to coordinator and/or radiologist.
• Instructs patient as to nature of the exam being performed.
• Effectively communicates with patient throughout exam being performed.
• Follows established scan protocols or radiologist's special instructions.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment and accessories.
• Selects appropriate technical factors for requested imaging exam.
• Assists in instruction of student technologists and new personnel.
• Demonstrates accurate positioning and insures patient comfort.
• Demonstrates proper screening procedures for contraindication to MRI examination.
• Ensures proper magnetic field safety at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all MRI emergency procedures.
• Provides proper hearing protection to all patients and visitors.
• Effectively completes all required documentation related to patient care, imaging procedures and RIS requirements.
• Documents and reports all incidents, radiation safety concerns and equipment malfunctions to coordinator in a timely fashion.

Skills

MRI experience

Education

AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

St. Peter's Health Partners in Latham, NY seeks an MRI Technologist for the Outpatient Orthopedics Office on a Per Diem basis. The role involves performing diagnostic MRI and adhering to departmental standards at 1182 Troy Schenectady Road.

Office hours are Monday–Friday with early evening availability. The candidate should have an AAS in Radiologic Technology, MRI experience, ARRT registration, and NYS license.