Per Diem CAT/MRI Technician

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CAT/MRI Technician to operate advanced imaging equipment, capturing critical diagnostic images. This role involves performing complex scans, ensuring quality control, and maintaining patient comfort and safety. The position offers a chance to be part of a renowned healthcare system that values unity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every team member can thrive. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and innovation, and contribute to transforming healthcare for all. This opportunity promises a rewarding career path in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiology Program is required.
• DOH certification required for IV contrast injection.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT/MRI exams utilizing established protocols.
• Evaluate images for quality before patient release.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

CT/MRI Scanning

Quality Control

Patient Education

Communication

Education

Accredited Radiology Program

Tools

PACS Systems

Job description

Description

The per diem CAT/MRI Technician operates Computed Tomography (CT) scanner or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment to capture images to aid in patient diagnoses. Performs basic to highly complex MRI/CAT scans according to established protocols.

Responsibilities

1. Performs CT/MRI exams utilizing established protocols.
2. Captures images onto PACS Systems and transfers images to physician work stations.
3. Evaluates images prior to the release of patient to ensure quality.
4. Participates in the performance and documentation of quality control measures.
5. Ensures the safety and comfort of the patient, family members, and other employees.
6. Provides patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures.
7. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the work area and equipment to comply with established infection control and department standards.
8. Informs appropriate personnel of any equipment failure and documents type of problem and any associated downtime.
9. Displays personal attributes of compassion, competence, and concern in meeting the needs of the patient.
10. Communicates effectively with patients, other employees, and the general public.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiology Program
• All CT/MRI technologists are required to be DOH certified to inject IV contrast.
• Certified technologists must be able to complete injection tasks according to protocol.
• 0-2 years experience as a CT/MRI technician
• Name: Radiologic Technologist Issuing Agency: DOH/Office of Profession

Employer Description

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it.

The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $60 - $62 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need.