Patient Care Technician - United Surgical Partners : Job Details

NYU LANGONE HOSPITAL-LONG ISLAND is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services.

POSITION SUMMARY: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a MRI Technologist - East Meadow MultiSpecialty Center-Radiology. In this role, the successful candidate, under the direction of a Radiologist, operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images and performs procedures according to established standards and practices, including patient identification, safety standards and completion of required forms before allowing a patient to leave zone area.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately utilizes the PACS (Picture Archival System) to make images available to the radiologist for interpretation with minimum number of exceptions.
• Enters proper exam coding in the Radiology Information System and arrives and completes exams in a timely fashion.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. Reports any equipment problems or malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Instructs and supervises radiography students in clinical practicum. Works with the radiography student to perform exams as well as performing individual image evaluation.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Operates MRI equipment to take diagnostic images of specific body areasparts as ordered. Produces diagnostic images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Prepares and positionsor immobilizes patients properly and provides clear and concise instructions regarding the procedure before beginning an exam. Ensures quality review of the images fall within the guidelines of departmental SOP (Standard operating protocol).
• Practices safety protocols with regard to patient and employee safety when in range of magnetic field. Ensures MRI safety protocols are practiced.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify, you must be a Technical Diploma Graduate from an approved Radiologic Technology program. Valid and current NYS Radiologic Technologist License. Professional Registrations/ Certifications Required or Preferred: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification and Registration for employees hired prior to 1986, ARRT registration is not required. All other requirements are applicable. Advanced ARRT MRI certification, preferred, but required within 12 months of employment. New York State Department of Health IV Contrast Injection Certification; (Part 89-Section 89. 40), preferred, but required within 12 months of employment. 1 - 2 years experience working in a Hospital setting as a Radiologic Technologist. Strong communication (both written and oral), problem solving, and customer service skills. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of radiology equipment including MRI safety. Knowledge of 3D anatomy or MRI courses with 3D anatomy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Program or related Health field. 1 - 2 years MRI technologist or training experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. If you wish to view NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island's EEO policies, please click here. Please click here to view the Federal EEO is the law poster or visit for more information. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.

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