MRI Technologist - Per Diem - Radiology - Patchogue

NYU Langone Hospitals; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their dynamic Radiology team. In this per diem role, you will operate advanced MRI equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Your expertise will contribute to vital patient care and the efficient operation of the department. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the required qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma required; ARRT Advanced Certification in MRI needed within 180 days.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates MRI equipment to take diagnostic images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Utilizes PACS to make images available for interpretation with minimal exceptions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Technical Diploma in Radiology or Imaging Services

Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Program or related Health field

Tools

PACS (Picture Archival System)

Radiology Information System

Microsoft Office

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a MRI Technologist - Per Diem - Radiology - Patchogue. In this role, the successful candidate, under the direction of a Radiologist, operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images and performs procedures according to established standards and practices, including patient identification, safety standards and completion of required forms before allowing a patient to leave zone area.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Accurately utilizes the PACS (Picture Archival System) to make images available to the radiologist for interpretation with minimum number of exceptions.
2. Enters proper exam coding in the Radiology Information System and arrives and completes exams in a timely fashion.
3. Assists in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. Reports any equipment problems or malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely fashion.
4. Instructs and supervises radiography students in clinical practicum. Works with the radiography student to perform exams as well as performing individual image evaluation.
5. Operates MRI equipment to take diagnostic images of specific body areas/parts as ordered. Produces diagnostic images for interpretation by the radiologist.
6. Prepares and positions or immobilizes patients properly and provides clear and concise instructions regarding the procedure before beginning an exam. Ensures quality review of the images fall within the guidelines of departmental SOP (Standard operating protocol).
7. Practices safety protocols with regard to patient and employee safety when in range of magnetic field. Ensures MRI safety protocols are practiced.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Technical Diploma Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiology or Imaging Services. New York State Radiologic Technologist License or New York State Radiologic Technologist Temp Permit. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Advanced Certification in MRI required within 180 days of Hire or transfer. Strong communication (both written and oral), problem solving, and customer service skills. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Program or related Health field. 1 - 2 years MRI technologist or training experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $61 - $61 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.