A health services network in New York City is currently seeking a new MRI Technologist to join their growing Radiology Department in Elmhurst. In this role, the MRI Technologist will be resposnbile for performing medically prescribed MRI procedures of designated anatomical areas.
About the Opportunity :
- Start Date : ASAP
- Assignment Length : 13-week contract
- Shift : 4pm-12am and 1pm-9pm
- Schedule : 5 shifts per week (rotating Sat & Sun)
Setting : Acute Care
Responsibilities :
Independently implement patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standardsExplain the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly and obtain consent before all procedures when necessaryProvide for patient comfort before, during and after procedure, and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may havePosition patient and MRI equipment appropriate to the body part(s) to be imaged and adjust equipment settings accordingly to insure maximum information is obtainedFollow special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition, ensure that all exams completed are of high quality, uses positioning and immobilizing devices to improve image qualityAlter examination to maximize information in response to patient's condition, confer with Radiologist, nursing and other technologists concerning previous approaches utilizedPerform transmission and / or segmentation for transmission to PACS in a complete and proper anatomic displayGenerate high quality hard copies of images, when necessaryMaintain cleanliness of radiographic area and prepare equipment and supplies in advance for future examsPerform other duties, as neededQualifications :
1 year MRI experience in a Hospital settingAssociate's Degree from a Radiologic Technology programValid license as a Radiologic Technologist issued by NYSDOHAdvanced-Level Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)Associate's Degree from a Radiologic Technology programDesired Skills :
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)