MRI Technologist Per Diem

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Great Neck, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Spire Orthopedic Partners is seeking a per diem MRI Technologist to provide Saturday coverage at its Great Neck location, with scheduled coverage hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The technologist prepares and positions patients for MRI examinations, performs scans according to physician- and supervisor-established protocols, evaluates image quality and exam completeness, and sends images to the PACS system. The role also includes equipment quality assurance, monitoring cryogen levels, maintaining room hygiene, and promptly reporting system problems. The MRI Technologist supports patients’ physical and psychological needs, explains delays, starts IV lines when contrast is required, and monitors for contrast reactions. The role works with physicians, the MRI Supervisor, office management, and service personnel, seeking guidance when needed. Other duties and projects may be assigned. Spire Orthopedic Partners is a management services organization supporting orthopedic practices. Its network spans the Northeast and includes more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers, and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.

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 two years of experience as an MRI Technologist.
Orthopedic and/or neurological experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for MRI examinations of various body parts, including setup and positioning of coils and monitoring devices.
Lift and position coils as needed.
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 established protocols and accurately record sequences used.
Recommend protocol changes or additional instructions when they may provide further diagnostic information.
Evaluate scan results for quality and completeness; manipulate and display images for physicians using the console.
Photograph images using a multi-format laser camera, process films, and check image quality, contrast windowing, display format, and text.
Send images to the PACS system, evaluate exams for completeness, and verify exams in a timely manner.
Develop working knowledge of PACS capabilities.
Perform daily equipment quality assurance tests and monitor cryogen levels to maintain magnet integrity.
Report and document system problems, and seek guidance when unsure about protocols or policies.
Respond to patients’ physical and psychological needs and inform patients of delays.
Start IV lines for patients requiring MRI contrast and monitor for contrast reactions, promptly reporting problems to a radiologist, the code team, or both as indicated.
Maintain room hygiene and practice patient care using universal precautions.
Assist with moving patients to or from a wheelchair.
Perform other assigned duties and projects.