MRI Technologist - Contrast IV (Float)

Job Description

Operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment, prepares patients for examination, and ensures that proper information has been obtained for the physician to make a diagnosis. Assists in the management of patient flow, data reconstruction and sending images to PACS for physician's diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough screening of patients prior to procedure.
• Ensures no metal objects accompany patient into procedure room.
• Checks patient creatinine level and calculates glomerular filtration rate (GFR) to determine if patient can receive IV contrast material.
• Reviews and ensures accuracy of screening forms completed by patient, including the IV contrast materials information sheet.
• Prepares patients for examination.
• Explains procedures and sets up equipment to administer the proper procedure in a timely fashion.
• Ensures that a consent form for IV contrast materials has been obtained.
• Performs MRI procedures to include: abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, extremities, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, biopsies etc.
• Prepares patient for exam by placing and positioning patient on exam table within the gantry.
• Enters patient history data and other pertinent information obtained from a requisition completed by Radiologist to include anatomical area of interest.
• Select, determine and ensure appropriate radiofrequency and image coil is used based on the anatomical part being imaged.
• Ensures proper coil positioning.
• Transmits cases to on-call Radiologist through use of Tele-Radiology system.
• Administers intravenous (IV) and oral contrast agents as per Radiologist order:
  • Verifies that there are no contraindications to administration of the IV contrast agent.
  • Calculates contrast dose based on patient's weight.
  • Performs venipuncture of the appropriate gauge necessary for examination.
  • Explains in layman's terms the administration of IV contrast, and completes the IV Contrast Information Sheet with information provided by the patient, family member or health care proxy.
  • Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV line, if needed and utilizes power injector to administer IV contrast.
  • Recognizes and assists in the treatment contrast agent reactions and IV extravasations.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist with certification in IV contrast administration, required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration, required.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging R.T.(MR)(ARRT), required within eighteen (18) months of entry date into position.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS), required.
• Prior Radiology Experience, Required.
• Experience In MRI, Preferred.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment and protocols, required.
• Current License to practice as a Certified Radiology Contrast IV Injection practitioner in New York State required.

Schedule

• Thursday–Monday: 7:30am–7:00pm (Great Neck)
• Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am–4:00pm
• Monday: 10:30am–7:00pm
• Floating Thursday & Friday (variable)
• Locations: 711 Stewart Ave., Garden City; 100 Lafayette Dr., Syosset; 611 Northern Blvd., Great Neck; 450 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park; 10 Medical Plaza, Glen Cove

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