DIC MRI Tchnl - Contrast IV

Northwell•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

9d•$60 - $67

About The Position

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment, prepares patients for examinations, and ensures that the physician has the proper information needed to make a diagnosis. Assists with patient flow, data reconstruction, and sending images to PACS for physician diagnosis. The role includes screening and preparing patients, performing MRI procedures, administering IV and oral contrast as ordered, and responding to contrast reactions and IV extravasations. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., plus every other Friday.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist with certification in IV contrast administration.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging R.T. (MR)(ARRT) certification required within eighteen months of entry into the position.
Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification.
Prior radiology experience.
Knowledge of MRI equipment and protocols.

Nice To Haves

Experience in MRI.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly screen patients before procedures, ensure no metal objects accompany them into the procedure room, check creatinine levels and calculate GFR to determine eligibility for IV contrast, and review the accuracy of patient screening forms, including the IV contrast information sheet.
Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, setting up equipment, and ensuring consent for IV contrast has been obtained.
Perform MRI procedures, including abdominal, thoracic, neurological, extremity, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, and biopsy exams.
Position patients on the examination table within the gantry; enter patient history and other relevant requisition information, including the anatomical area of interest.
Select and position the appropriate radiofrequency and image coil for the anatomical area being imaged.
Transmit cases to the on-call radiologist through the Tele-Radiology system.
Administer IV and oral contrast agents as ordered by the radiologist; verify there are no contraindications and calculate the contrast dose based on patient weight.
Perform venipuncture using the appropriate gauge, explain IV contrast administration to patients, and complete the IV Contrast Information Sheet with information from the patient or representative.
Use appropriate flushing technique for an existing IV line when needed and operate a power injector to administer IV contrast.
Recognize and assist in treating contrast-agent reactions and IV extravasations.
Perform related duties as required.