Full Time - MRI Technologist

Northwell • Village of Garden City, NY

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies. Maintains required documentation.

Requirements

• Vocational or Technical school Diploma, required.
• Current license to practice as a Radiology Technologist in New York State, required.
• Current ARRT Radiology registration, required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of technical experience, required.

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough screening of patients prior to procedure.
• Ensures no metal objects accompany patient into procedure room.
• Prepares patient for exam by placing and positioning patient on exam table within the gantry.
• Enters patient history data and other pertinent information obtained from a requisition completed by the Radiologist to include anatomical area of interest.
• Performs MRI procedures to include: abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, extremities, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, biopsies etc.
• Recognizes and promptly reports patient’s motor abnormalities; including, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions etc., to the Radiologist.
• Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts equipment, when necessary.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees