MRI Assistant - Full-Time

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca•Cortland, NY

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Assistant optimizes the flow of MRI examinations and supports safe, high-quality patient care. The role includes clarifying and documenting patient screening and safety procedures and providing excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff. The employee is expected to be self-motivated and work effectively as part of a team. Other duties may be performed as trained and assigned. This is an onsite position at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. Coverage may also be needed at East Campus MRI and/or Cortland MRI based on department and patient needs. The schedule is full-time days/evenings with flexible scheduling within department operating hours of 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Local travel of 0%–10% may be expected. The standard pay range is $18.50 to $24.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to push, pull, bend, safely transfer patients, and ambulate without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
Problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely, and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Responsibilities

Observe MRI safety and warning signs and demonstrate understanding of emergency stops and patient extraction from the bore and magnet room.
Use proper phone etiquette and follow the patient identification policy.
Participate in staff meetings and read email updates.
Complete documentation of patient history, technical information, Universal Time Out, examinations, and scanned paperwork in PACS.
Assess stock levels and enter stock or pantry orders in the computer system.
Perform other duties as trained and assigned.