Full-Time MRI Tech
Stability Direct
ASAP
Permanent
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Estimated Pay Package:

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Employer: Stability Direct
Discipline: MRI Tech
Shift: Inquire
Start: ASAP (may be flexible)
Hours: 40/week
Type: Permanent

MRI Tech in White Plains, NY

Job Details

Stability Direct is proud to partner with one of the leading nonprofit hospitals in White Plains, NY. This hospital has been widely recognized for their exceptional culture, world-class physicians, Magnet-designated nurses and passionate employees who make a real difference in the community. They offer tremendous growth opportunities, great benefits, and flexible work schedules.
MRI Technologist 

  • Salary Range: $48-$58 / hr 
  • 5x8's, evening, days & night shifts available

Position Summary:

Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Adheres to established standards of care. Pursues appropriate continuing education. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to established customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Exercises professional judgments in performance of procedures. Provides patient care.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors

2. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires

3. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed scans for quality, completeness for the type of ttest ordered

4. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary

5. Performs quality assurance and calibrations as needed

6. Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department

7. Maintains the cleanliness of all areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to MRI supervisor

8. Prints patient CD if needed

9. Performs routine office duties, such as answering the phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients request, utilizes EMR and PACS systems

10. Notifies front desk staff upon exam completion

11. Shows radiologist images and calls report to attending physician and documents communication if necessary (STAT readings)

12. May be assigned as instructor or preceptor

13. Introduces themselves and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered

14. Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial stature of patient populations; pediatric, adolescent, adults and geriatric groups.

15. Attends staff meetings and in-services

16. Performs all other related duties as assigned

 

Education& Experience Requirements:

· Must graduate from an accredited radiography school or hospital based program. Technologist must be certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist

(ARRT), ARMRIT become ARRT MR certified within 1 year of hire date.

 

  • NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required. ARRT registered (RT) and radiograph

 

· Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.

· BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be  completed with 90 days of hire.

· IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation.

· MRI safety certification level 2 required yearly

 

Core Competencies:

  • Must be able to speak, write, understand and communicate the English language.

• Retain composure under stress

• Teamwork & Adaptability

• Acts as a Professional Role Model

• Assessment Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)

• Attention to Detail

• Planning & Organizing

• Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills

• Stress Tolerance

 

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:

· Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time

· The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside all of the MRI zones to access coils, patients and paperwork.

· Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

· The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

· Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in all of the MRI zones

· Frequently move and position patients for MRI exams

· May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.

About Stability Direct

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