MRI Technologist (F/T, Days)

Albany Medical Center • City of Albany, NY

6d • $71,612 - $110,999 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Imaging Technologist under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the manager, and Radiologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients. The Medical Imaging Technologist utilizes their specific modality to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience. In radiation producing modalities technologists' practice and enforce the radiation safety measures in New York State Department of health code part 16. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s. Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere. Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards. Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area. Provides a safe positive experience for the patient. Take calls if applicable. Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students. Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations. Enters patient data into computer systems accurately. QA’s images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient. Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

Requirements

• Vocational School Diploma
• Graduate of an approved two-year AMA Radiologic Technology School - required
• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
• 2 years’ experience - required
• Independently able to perform; supports inexperienced MIT’s
• NYS DOH Diagnostic license and/or eligible Upon Hire - required
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire - required
• salary commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s.
• Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
• Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards.
• Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
• Provides a safe positive experience for the patient.
• Take calls if applicable.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
• Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
• Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
• QA’s images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient.
• Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees