MRI Technologist Part Time

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Village of Great Neck, NY

21d•$47 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist prepares and positions patients for MRI examinations of various body parts, arranging equipment and coils to obtain optimal images. The technologist screens patients and personnel for ferromagnetic objects and contraindicated implants, selects and records appropriate pulse sequences according to physician and MRI Supervisor protocols, and evaluates scans for quality and completeness. The role includes manipulating and displaying images, processing films, sending and verifying images in the PACS system, and maintaining familiarity with PACS capabilities. The technologist performs daily equipment quality assurance, monitors cryogen levels, reports and documents system problems, and seeks guidance when uncertain about protocols or policies. The position also involves responding to patients’ physical and psychological needs, communicating delays, starting IV lines when contrast is required, monitoring for contrast reactions, maintaining room hygiene, and following universal precautions. With assistance, the technologist moves patients to or from wheelchairs and performs other assigned duties or projects. The role is part-time, with evening hours from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The listed location is Great Neck, New York, with no travel.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year of experience as an MRI Technologist preferred.
Orthopedic and/or neurological experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for MRI examinations, including arranging equipment, coils, and monitoring devices.
Screen patients and personnel for ferrous metal implants and objects, and prevent entry to the scan room with ferromagnetic objects or contraindicated implants.
Select and record pulse sequences according to protocols established by physicians and the MRI Supervisor; recommend protocol changes or additional instructions when appropriate.
Evaluate scan results for image quality and completeness, manipulate and display images, and select image display options.
Photograph images using a multi-format laser camera, process films, and check images for quality, contrast windowing, format, and text.
Send images to the PACS system, evaluate exams for completeness, verify exams promptly, and develop working knowledge of PACS capabilities.
Perform daily equipment quality assurance tests and monitor cryogen levels to help ensure magnet integrity.
Inform the MRI Supervisor or Office Manager and appropriate service personnel of system problems, documenting them accurately and completely.
Seek advice from an appropriate resource when unsure about a protocol or policy.
Respond to patients’ physical and psychological needs and inform patients of delays.
Start an intravenous line for patients requiring IV contrast, taking account of 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.
Move patients to or from a wheelchair with assistance.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.