Mri Technologist

East River Medical Imaging, PC•Westchester, NY

3d•$60 - $67

About The Position

At East River Medical Imaging, our mission is to consistently provide the highest quality and availability of diagnostic imaging with compassion and comfort for our patients. Each of our physicians is certified by the American Board of Radiology. Together, they represent all areas of sub-specialty medical imaging, including cross-sectional, musculoskeletal, oncologic and neuroradiology. Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patient's body for diagnostic purposes by performing the following duties.

Requirements

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
MRI specialty training certification (ARRT-MR)
NYS RT License with Injection, active BLS training.
All technologists performing MRI examinations must meet the minimum criteria listed below:
ARRT registered as an MR technologist
New York State Registered Technologist with Injection
Active BLS training
Continuing Education for Registered technologists
In compliance with the ARRT CE requirements for the imaging modality in which they perform services
CE includes credits pertinent to the technologists ACR accredited clinical practice
State licensed technologists 4 hours of CE every 2 years
CE is relevant to imaging and the radiologic sciences, patient care
CE includes credits pertinent to the technologists ACR accredited clinical practice
Ability to respond to common inquiries, ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small and large group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Suite, GE RIS-IC, AMBRA and PACs

Responsibilities

Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated.
Positions patient on examining table and places specified coil (receiver) such as head coil or knee coil, close to area of interest, following protocols requested by Radiologist.
Demonstrates use of microphone that allows patient and technologist to communicate during examination.
Enters data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry into aperture of magnetic resonance imaging equipment (head or feet first), into computer.
Keys commands to specify scan sequences, and adjust transmitters and receivers, into computer.
Observes patient through window of control room to monitor patient safety and comfort.
Views images of area being scanned on display screen to ensure quality of pictures.
Proficient in MRI Safety, knowledge of MR Zones.
Maintains patient care, comfort and safety during the exam.
Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in training programs.
Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.
Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.
Maintains current licensure to Practice in all states in which services are performed.
Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems.
Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
Maintains a clean environment inside and outside of the scanner.
Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.
Cooperates with facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility policies/procedures and all safety policies and regulations.
Performs additional duties as assigned.