Technologist CT/MRI -

Montefiore Health System; St. Charles (KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital seeks an MRI/CT technologist to perform imaging procedures under radiologist supervision, with independent judgment and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include data entry, protocol optimization, assisting during biopsies, injector operation, image processing and training others in CT/MRI techniques. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Patient and Room Preparation with data entry into Epic and systems.
• Obtain cross sectional images using correct protocols.
• Assist radiologist during biopsy procedures and monitor progression.
• Operate injector as needed during procedures.
• Photographing and labeling images and displaying final images for interpretation.
• Maintain records of image slices and injections.
• Follow radiation safety rules for patients and staff.
• Train other associates and students in CT/MRI procedures.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of the area.
• Perform duties of a 4T technologist as needed.
• Perform other related tasks.

Skills

ARRT Registered Technologist

MR/CT imaging

IV contrast administration

BLS certification

New York licensure

Radiology safety

Training others

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

MRI/CT scanner

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.