MRI Technologist

Catholic Health•Port Jefferson, NY

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates magnetic resonance (MR) equipment to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Performs MRI procedures in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures. Operates MR scanner and peripheral equipment, prepares scan room, supplies, and medications. Prepares and enters written documentation as required by the department. This individual has direct patient contact with the following age groups: Infant; Pediatric; Adolescent; Adult and Geriatric.

Requirements

High School graduation or equivalent required.
Graduate of approved school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
Must have certifications from The American Registry of Radiologic Technology, one being R.T. (R).
Must be licensed by the state of New York.
Certified to inject and start IV for contrast injections required
BLS certification required
Maintains the recommended CME by the ARRT.
Knowledge of Radiographic and MRI equipment.
Will be required to work with ionizing radiation producing and Magnetic Resonance (MR) equipment, computers and other medical equipment and communication devices.
Specialized training in MRI Technology and cross-sectional anatomy.

Nice To Haves

Advanced MRI certification preferred.
Advanced MR certification preferred.
Preferred at least 2 years’ experience as a x-ray tech, with some MRI knowledge/clinical training

Responsibilities

Selects and operates MRI and support equipment, manually selecting proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
Performs MRI procedures according to department protocols.
Prepares contrast media for administration.
Practices sterile techniques as required and observes infection control procedures.
Responsible for the correct identification of patients
Assists physicians in performance of examinations.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness.