Per Diem MRI Technologist - Outpatient Ortho

St. Peter's Health Partners; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners is seeking an MRI Technologist for our outpatient orthopedics office in Latham, NY. This per diem role offers day shifts in a busy medical imaging setting, with opportunities for career ladders and new pay scales.

You will perform diagnostic MRI in accordance with departmental standards, ensuring patient comfort and safety while following radiologist instructions. Relevant ARRT NYS licensure is required.

Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology.
• MRI experience.
• Current ARRT registration and NYS license required.

Responsibilities

• 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 is seeking an MRI Technologist for our outpatient orthopedics office in Latham, NY. This per diem role offers day shifts in a busy medical imaging setting, with opportunities for career ladders and new pay scales.

You will perform diagnostic MRI in accordance with departmental standards, ensuring patient comfort and safety while following radiologist instructions. Relevant ARRT NYS licensure is required.