Job Location : West Harrison,NY, USA
About the job MRI Technologist 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 test 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.