MRI Technologist

Rochester Regional Health

18d • $34 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist operates MRI equipment and ancillary support systems to perform MRI procedures according to provider orders, approved techniques, organizational policies, and regulatory standards. The role adheres to the professional standards of the New York State Department of Health and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

This is a full-time position in Medical Imaging at Gouverneur Hospital in Gouverneur, New York. The schedule is days, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology or MRI program.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• AHA-BLS certification, or obtain it within three months of hire.
• Two years of experience as a Diagnostic Technologist or graduation from an accredited MRI program.
• Critical-thinking skills and ability to work with licensed and non-licensed professionals inside and outside hospital operations.
• Ability to apply clinical and technical knowledge and skills during routine and emergent situations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, moving, and lifting patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds; ability to operate and move radiologic equipment.
• Ability to notice changes in others’ conditions through vision, touch, observation of verbal and non-verbal behavior, listening/hearing, and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

• Formal advanced modality specialty training.
• IV certification from New York State.
• One year of experience as an MRI Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures using knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and MRI techniques.
• Assist radiologists with MRI interventional procedures and provide appropriate images for interpretation.
• Follow regulatory and organizational guidelines for patient and staff screening and MRI safety; provide MRI safety education to people who may have contact with MRI equipment.
• Follow organizational standards for patient identification and education, consents, order verification, and infection control.
• Participate in designated quality assurance and quality control procedures and maintain program standards, including those involving MRI equipment, image quality, documentation, and MRI safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED