Exciting Pay | MRI Technologist | ARRT certified | NY
DirectShifts
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Friday, September 15, 2023
About the Role:
We are actively hiring MRI Technologists for multiple locations across NYC. In this role, the MRI technologist applies pulsed radio-frequency waves and magnetic energy along with computer processing techniques to assist in the diagnosis and/or treatment of human disorders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs MRI procedures and related functions producing images for interpretation by licensed practitioners.
- Floats to assigned area/modality Safely transports patients as required, using appropriate device; notifies nursing station when a patient has left/returned; signs appropriate documents.
- Selects and operates magnetic resonance imaging system, all coils including surface and specialty coils, gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
- Prepares and administers oral and intravenous contrast as required by the procedure being performed; recognizes and initiates treatment for contrast reactions.
- Performs basic nursing functions (BP, pulse, etc) in regards to patient care; initiates life support, if necessary.
- Can perform all functions in MRI with minimal supervision to include routine MRI procedures, special exams and other requested procedures.
- Demonstrates functional knowledge of IV tubing, pumps, drains chest tubes, etc.
- Performs TPD to assure throughput and complete study in RIS before sending images to QCWSTN.
- Properly manages exam descriptions, error message and dates. Properly performs PACS check according to RIS/PAC tips checklist.
- Properly perform Teleradiology. Sufficient to successfully complete MRI procedures as defined by department policy and protocol.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited radiography program or equivalent.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT)
- New York state license
- BLS preferred
Note: Shift timings available are Days, Evenings, Nights (depends on availability)