DIC MRI Tech - Contr IV (GV)

Northwell • New York, NY

2d • $60 - $67

About The Position

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment, prepares patients for examination, and ensures that appropriate information is available for the physician to make a diagnosis. Assists with patient flow, data reconstruction, and sending images to PACS for physician diagnosis. Performs MRI procedures and administers intravenous and oral contrast agents as ordered by a Radiologist.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist with certification in IV contrast administration.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging R.T.(MR)(ARRT) certification required within eighteen months of entry into the position.
• Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification.
• Prior radiology experience.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment and protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Prior MRI experience.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly screen patients before procedures, ensure no metal objects enter the procedure room, check creatinine and calculate GFR to assess eligibility for IV contrast, and review screening forms for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, setting up equipment, and ensuring required IV contrast consent is obtained.
• Perform MRI procedures, including abdominal, thoracic, neurological, extremity, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, and biopsy examinations.
• Position patients on the examination table within the gantry; enter patient history and other relevant information from the Radiologist's requisition; select and position the appropriate radiofrequency and imaging coil.
• Transmit cases to the on-call Radiologist using the Tele-Radiology system.
• Administer IV and oral contrast agents as ordered, verify there are no contraindications, calculate contrast doses based on patient weight, perform venipuncture, explain IV contrast administration, and complete the IV Contrast Information Sheet.
• Use appropriate flush technique for existing IV lines when needed and operate a power injector to administer IV contrast.
• Recognize and assist in treating contrast agent reactions and IV extravasations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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