MRI Technologist Part Time

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Great Neck, NY

20d

About The Position

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a national partnership of orthopedic practices. As a Management Services Organization, Spire provides administrative infrastructure and operational resources so its practices can focus on patient care. The network is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and has locations across New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The MRI Technologist prepares and positions patients for MRI examinations, selects and records imaging sequences according to physician- and supervisor-established protocols, evaluates images for quality and completeness, and sends completed exams to the PACS system. The role also performs equipment quality assurance, monitors cryogen levels, reports system problems, and provides responsive patient care, including starting IV lines and monitoring patients receiving contrast. The position is part-time, with work hours from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on core office days Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved two-year school of radiology.
Valid X-Ray/MRI Technician license.
ARRT registration.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as an MRI Technologist.
Orthopedic and/or neurological experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for MRI examinations of various body parts, including setting up coils and monitoring devices and positioning equipment and patients appropriately.
Lift and position MRI coils.
Screen patients and personnel for ferrous metal implants and other objects, and prevent entry into the scan room with ferromagnetic objects or contraindicated implants.
Select appropriate pulse sequences from the monitoring console according to protocols established by physicians and the MRI Supervisor, and accurately record sequences used.
Recommend protocol changes or additional instructions when they may provide further diagnostic information.
Evaluate scan results for image quality and exam completeness; manipulate and display images for physicians using the console and terminal.
Photograph and process images, checking image quality, contrast windowing, display format, and text.
Send images to the PACS system, verify exams in a timely manner, and develop working knowledge of PACS capabilities.
Perform daily equipment quality assurance tests and monitor cryogen levels to ensure magnet integrity.
Report and document system problems, notifying the MRI Supervisor or Office Manager and appropriate service personnel.
Seek guidance from an appropriate resource when unsure about a protocol or policy.
Respond to patients’ physical and psychological needs and inform patients of delays.
Start IV lines for patients requiring contrast, considering their pain tolerance, anxiety, and fears.
Monitor patients for contrast reactions and promptly report problems to a radiologist, the code team, or both as indicated.
Maintain room hygiene and practice patient care using universal precautions.
With assistance, move patients to or from a wheelchair.
Perform other duties or projects as assigned.