MRI Technologist

Trinity Health

32d • $38 - $56

About The Position

The Magnetic Resonance (MR) Technologist performs MRI procedures and provides patient services using magnetic diagnostic imaging. The technologist adheres to MRI safety requirements for patients and staff in MRI zones 1 through 4. The position serves male and female patients across the lifespan, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients, in acute care, outpatient, and emergency settings. The schedule is Thursday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., on a 12-hour evening shift. The stated pay rate is $37.60–$56.40 per hour, with pay based on experience, skills, and education; the range may vary by location.

The role requires a New York State Department of Health license to practice Radiologic Technology, current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and an injection license. MR registry is required within two years of employment. Experience is preferred, but new graduates of an approved Radiologic Technologist Program will be trained. GE experience is highly recommended.

The role requires working with minimal supervision, setting priorities as needed, and working effectively with patients of all ages and in varied medical situations. Physical demands may include standing for 1–4 hours or sitting for 1–7.5 hours at a time; lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; repeated bending; manual dexterity; reaching above shoulder level; and helping patients on and off exam tables and positioning them. Potential hazards include exposure to hazardous and toxic substances and infectious patients. The technologist must follow MR safety standards and universal precautions.

Equipment includes MR equipment and systems specific to the location, along with office equipment such as computers, telephones, copiers, and fax machines. St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health describe their mission as serving communities as a compassionate and transforming healing presence. They state a commitment to honoring each person's dignity and recognizing colleagues' perspectives, experiences, and talents, and identify themselves as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• License to practice Radiologic Technology from the New York State Department of Health.
• Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• An injection license.
• MR registry required within two years of employment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and set priorities as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages and in all types of medical situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience is preferred; new graduates of an approved Radiologic Technologist Program will be trained.
• GE experience is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures.
• Provide patient services using magnetic diagnostic imaging.
• Adhere to MRI safety requirements for patients and staff in MRI zones 1 through 4.
• Follow MR safety standards and protections established by regulatory bodies and monitored by the Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO).
• Use universal precautions.
• Assist patients on and off exam tables and position patients for exams.
• Work with minimal supervision and set priorities as needed.
• Work effectively with patients of all ages and in varied medical situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed