Technologist CT/MRI -

Montefiore Health System; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in MRI/CT. Working under the direction of a radiologist, you will perform CT and MRI procedures with independent judgement to obtain high-quality images for diagnostic interpretation.

Responsibilities include patient prep, image acquisition, Epic documentation, radiation safety, and training students or colleagues as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• New York State licensure as Radiologic Technologist
• ARRT Registered Technologist (RT)
• ARRT registration in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or Cat Scan (CT) required
• Certified in IV Contrast Administration
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS)

Responsibilities

• Perform CT or MRI procedures under radiologist direction
• Enter patient data into Epic and prepare patients for scans
• Obtain scout images and position patients for procedures
• Set protocols and sequences to obtain high-quality images
• Monitor procedure progress and assist radiologist during biopsies as needed
• Operate injector when necessary and ensure image labeling and storage
• Maintain records of images, injections and procedures
• Adhere to radiation safety rules for patients and staff
• Train other associates and students in CT/MRI procedures
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area

Job description

City/State:

Mount Vernon, New York

Grant Funded:

No

Department:

MMV MRI

Bargaining Unit:

1199

Work Shift:

Evening

Work Days:

WEEKENDS

Scheduled Hours:

4 PM-12 AM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

7.5 HOURS

Hourly Rate:

$49.89

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Job Summary

Under the direction of radiologist, performs Cat Scan or MRI Procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required

Essential Functions

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the scan table in the correct position for the scan to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout image for procedure.
• Obtain cross sectional images: This task includes the proper setting of protocols and sequences to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.
• Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the radiologist during biopsy procedures as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring progression of biopsy procedure c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.
• Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling scan images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain all necessary records of image slices, injections, etc.
• Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Train other associates and students in CAT Scan or MRI procedures.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Perform duties of a 4T technologist as needed.
• Perform other related assigned tasks

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accreditedRadiologic Technology program.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Technologist(R.T.).
• ARRT registration in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or Cat Scan (CT) required.
• Certified in IV Contrast Administration.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS).
• Previous MRI/CT experience, preferred.

Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.