MRI Technologist - Per Diem

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca•Ithaca, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs a variety of MRI exams, including interventional MRI, and is knowledgeable about and dedicated to MRI safety. The employee provides excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff, emphasizing quality service and patient care. The role requires self-motivation and the ability to work as part of a team. The position is based onsite at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca and may support patients at the Main, East, and/or Cortland campuses. The anticipated schedule is 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays, with rotating weekends and rotating on-call work as required. The employee must be able to flex according to patient and department needs. Travel of 0%–5% may be expected. The stated pay range is $36.00–$54.00 per hour, plus benefits; shift differentials apply for evenings, nights, and weekends according to schedule.

Requirements

Associate degree from a Radiologic Sciences program.
ARRT certification in MRI.
ARRT credentials for Diagnostic Imaging.
New York State license.
Must receive the enhanced New York State license for injection on or before completion of the introductory period.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods while performing studies.
Ability to push equipment throughout the hospital for bedside testing.
Ability to work the stated schedule, rotating weekends, and rotating call as required, and to adjust to patient and department needs.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome.
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

Complete exam documentation, including patient history, technical information, contrast information, and IV injection information, and scan paperwork packs into the system.
Consistently follow MRI safety policies for staff and patients.
Follow patient identification policy, including labeling syringes with the date, time, contrast, and initials when loading them.
Follow policies and procedures regarding use of ISTAT at applicable sites.
Demonstrate knowledge of MRI department procedures and protocols by setting acquisition factors for optimal image quality, evaluating images, and accurately following physicians’ instructions.
Assess stock levels and enter stock and pantry orders in the computer system.
Provide excellent customer service and quality patient care to patients, visitors, and staff.
Support patient needs at the Main, East, and/or Cortland campuses as scheduled.
Flex work according to patient and department needs, including rotating weekends and on-call work as required.