MRI Technologist - WCINYP ($10,000 NEW HIRE BONUS - *payout details apply)

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their team on the Upper East Side. This role involves performing MRI scans, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment. With a competitive salary range and a $10,000 new hire bonus, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for those with a passion for patient care and advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiographic technology and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare field, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

$10,000 New Hire Bonus

Flexible working hours

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an MRI technologist.
• Current New York State License in Radiographic Technology required.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI scans and ensure patient safety throughout the process.
• Maintain equipment and assist patients with their needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Equipment Maintenance

Radiographic Technology

MRI Scanning

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MRI Equipment

Practice Management System

Job description

Title: MRI Technologist - WCINYP ($10,000 NEW HIRE BONUS - *payout details apply)

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: WCINYP MRI

Work Days:

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $56.98 - $70.99

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

$10,000 new hire bonus will be distributed in the following increments:

1. Date of hire: $2,500
2. 6 months: $5,000
3. 1 year: $2,500

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.
• Assists current and new employees in the use of systems/equipment and departmental policies and procedures.
• Recognizes problems/malfunctions of equipment and may assist in making minor adjustments. Monitors appropriate service action by outside contractors. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Greets registered patients at time of visit and triages patients through the patient flow process. Checks schedules and accompanies patients to exam/procedure room. Assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing and preparing for exam.
• Reviews and verifies patient identity, history and requisition for exam to be performed.
• Takes appropriate scans to determine areas of possible pathology. Modifies testing parameters, under direction, to ensure accurate imaging.
• Processes and archives images in accordance with established procedures.
• Inputs patient history information at time of exam/test into the practice management system. Scans relevant medical documentation related to patient's case.
• Ensures patient safety is maintained at all times.
• Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment. Ensures standard infection control precautions are observed.
• Sets up physiological monitoring and stimulus delivery equipment (if applicable).
• Performs MRI diagnostic scans of patient as requested by clinical requisition. Explains procedure to be performed to patient prior to scan and answers any questions throughout scan.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice using established department procedures/protocols.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

Approximately 2 years of experience working as a MRI technologist.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience as registered technologist in another radiology modality may be applicable.
• Graduate of approved school of radiography.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current, active and unrestricted New York State License in Radiographic Technology (R).
• ARRT (MR) Certification.
• NYS Intravenous Contrast Administration Certification
• BLS Certification (issued by the American Heart Association)

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

This position requires the occasional lifting of equipment and patients; This role may require working on the weekends and also flexibility to work in the evenings.