Offsite MRI Imaging Specialist

Mount Sinai Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks an MRI technologist to operate advanced imaging equipment and perform MRI studies per physician orders, adhering to established standards and safety protocols.

The role includes coordinating with physicians, preparing contrast media under aseptic technique, obtaining venous access when needed, and ensuring accurate labeling and timely transmission of images to PACS.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T. approved program in Radiologic Technology
• Licensed by the State of New York, ARRT and MRI and IV certification, Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI imaging procedures.
• Applies the necessary technical judgment to obtain studies of an acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and the patients’ needs.
• Operates and/or prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures.
• Obtains venous access as needed per protocol.
• Assists in administering opaque media and or loading power injector under aseptic technique.
• Positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study.
• Provides patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures by informing the patient of the nature of the procedure, the area to be imaged and any specific instructions the patient may need.
• Reviews all patient safety questionnaire prior to introducing any patients into the MRI scan room.
• Ensures all MRI images are appropriately labeled as specified by the department SOP.
• Evaluates images for technical acceptability and ensures images are transmitted to PACS in a timely fashion.
• Assists with ACR accreditation.
• Assists with departmental QA/QC program.
• Ensures that all studies performed are completed in EPIC Radiant in a timely fashion.
• Ensures Radiology room and equipment cleanliness, at the start and at the end of the shift, to include removal of soiled or dirty linen.
• Scans patient related documents
• Maintains supplies and accessories in MRI suite necessary to safely perform duties, as required.
• Accurately records all required patient tracking information into EPIC Radiant.
• Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Assists physician directly as required.
• Performs related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel.
• Maintains safety standards via strict adherence to safety guidelines in order to prevent the introduction of ferromagnetic material into the scan room.
• Protects self, patients, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
• Attends in-services and other professional development meetings as required.
• Maintains in good standing, licensure specific to job to include adherence to Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
• Maintains appropriate Continuing Medical Education credits in accordance with the guidelines set by the ARRT.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

AA degree or equivalent

AMA/JRCERT MRI program

2+ years MRI experience

State license + ARRT + MRI + IV

BLS certification

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

AMA/J.C.E.R.T. approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks an MRI technologist to operate advanced imaging equipment and perform MRI studies per physician orders, adhering to established standards and safety protocols.

The role includes coordinating with physicians, preparing contrast media under aseptic technique, obtaining venous access when needed, and ensuring accurate labeling and timely transmission of images to PACS.