MRI Technologist - 7 on/7 off - Evenings

Mohawk Valley Health System is hiring a Full Time MRI Technologist on a 7 On / 7 Off schedule for the Evening Shift. A Sign On Bonus of up to $10,000 is available.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality MR images by following the appropriate Radiologist image protocol based on script and patient medical history.
• Analyze images to ensure accuracy before transferring to a radiologist.
• Acknowledge significant and critical MR images and handle according to policy and procedure.
• Position patients following protocols on the table, with proper coil selection, with assistance from qualified staff to lift and place patients on the table.
• Explain the exam to patients, patient representatives, or their families and monitor the patient throughout the entire scan.
• Create a comfortable space for the patient by adjusting to their needs, such as changing clothes or proper cushioning.
• Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications and report as needed prior to entering the scan room.
• Review relevant patient history questions with the patient to obtain an accurate history, based on the exam they are having done.
• Intravenously inject contrast dyes based on exam type.
• Recognize contrast reactions and other medical emergencies and respond to each case according to site policies and procedures.
• Perform treatment room maintenance after each patient, including disposing of medical waste as required by OSHA and keeping a clean environment by changing or wiping down equipment before and after each patient use.
• Assist staff with researching patient implants and devices to determine MR safety.
• Monitor MR and medical supplies as needed.
• Communicate with radiologist about scan protocols, safety information, and significant findings.
• Train tech aides as needed.
• Rotate with other technologists by taking call and respond to after-hour calls within 30 minutes.
• Stay knowledgeable and up to date on the organization's protocols and procedures that pertain to MRI Technologists.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year Radiologic Technology program or MRI schooling.
• MR certified within 2 years of employment.
• ARRT registry.
• NYS DOH License.

Pay

$34 - $50 per hour

Schedule

• Evening Shift
• 7 On / 7 Off
• Shift Hours Worked: 9.50
• FTE: 0.83

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000