Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist and Trainee 42337010 (Continuous Recruitment)

Job Title

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

Job Description

Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to workplace diversity. All correspondence regarding online applications will be via email. Paper applications containing an email address will also receive email correspondence. If no email is provided, paper notification will arrive via USPS. Residence requirements: there are no residency requirements for participation in this examination. The technologist salary is $78,250 - $84,228 annually and the trainee salary starts $76,198-$82,006 annually. If you pass the examination, your name will appear on the continuous eligible list for one year. After one year, your name will be removed from the list. You may apply for retest at six month intervals.

Examples of Duties

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist performs technical and quality assurance functions associated with MRI, Computed Tomography (CT) and radiographic procedures at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMCC);

Performs or assists with MRI, CT and radiographic procedures, to include pre and post processing of images, following prescribed protocols;

Prepares equipment and supplies; Prepares and positions patients for imaging using appropriate positioning aids to ensure patient safety;

Processes images and prepares/files images for interpretation and report distribution/archive;

Reviews images for technical accuracy and determines need for retakes or additional views;

Injects contrast pharmaceuticals via venous access as required by the New York State Department of Health, following department guidelines; reports any adverse drug reactions;

Administers ionizing radiation;

Performs and documents health teaching/patient screening and inquires related to contrast history;

Schedules and/or prioritizes procedures to ensure timely procedure completion;

Coordinates the scheduling and care of patients with other departments, such as anesthesia, emergency room, physician's offices and other facilities;

Arranges for and/or performs appropriate patient transport to and from radiology department; Inspects and keeps images, computer/digital, electronic transfer, processing and ancillary equipment in safe working order to ensure proper and safe performance before patient procedures are initiated; informs supervisor, co-workers or repair staff of needed maintenance;

Performs mandated regulatory compliance tasks and quality control in accordance with federal, state and local authorities and accrediting bodies;

Meets with vendors to discuss existing and new products; provides related education/training to co-workers;

Serves as a mentor and participates in the orientation of staff and students;

Participates in new technology/product in-services, training programs and meetings and serves on committees

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following requirements on or before the date of application:

Graduation from an accredited school* of Radiologic Technology and one (1) year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or Computed Tomography (CT) experience.

Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Radiologic Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at the time of application, appointment and throughout continued employment; and

Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification with Radiology Primary Credential at the time of application and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; and

Possession and maintenance of certification to administer contrast media intravenously issued by New York State Department of Health, in accordance with New York Codes, Rules and Regulations, Title 10, Part 89.40, at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; and

Possession and maintenance of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from an ECMCC approved provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.

Supplemental Information

The only subject of examination will be an evaluation of your training and experience. You are therefore, asked to include in your application a summary of all pertinent training and experience in sufficient detail so that your background may be evaluated against the duties of the position.

In your summary of training include all college course work, formal in-service training, and seminars you have attended. You must specify either the number of credits received or the number of contact hours and dates of attendance. Also include a copy of your professional license. Specify the date that your license was first issued.

In your summary of experience, you must specify the dates of your employment, the number of hours worked per week, your title, and the main duties for each. Be specific; vagueness and ambiguity will NOT be resolved in your favor. Candidates who submit incomplete applications or documentation may be disqualified.

Benefits

Erie County offers comprehensive health insurance plans through the Labor-Management Healthcare Fund (LMHF), administered by Univera Healthcare. Eligible employees can choose from the following plans:

• Enhanced Plan (POS 202)
• Core Plan (POS 203)
• Value Plan (POS 204)
• Bronze High Deductible Plan (POS 8200)

Plan Details:

• Value Plan (POS 204): This is the default plan for all new employees. These employees are required to contribute 15% of the plan's premium through pre-tax payroll deductions.
• Enhanced Plan (POS 202) & Core Plan (POS 203): Employees opting for these plans must pay the difference in cost between their selected plan and the employer's contribution toward the Value Plan.
• Bronze High Deductible Plan (POS 8200): Available to all employees regardless of hire date, the County covers 100% of the premium for this plan. It features a $2,000 individual / $4,000 family deductible and includes preventive services covered in full.

Full-time employees who waive participation in the County's health insurance plan and are not covered by another County health insurance plan receive, in lieu of the insurance, $500 per month for Family Coverage or $200 per month for Individual Coverage.

Full-time employees represented by CSEA in Erie County receive dental coverage through the CSEA Employee Benefit Fund (EBF). The County contributes $22.13 per bi-weekly pay period for single coverage and $72.69 for family coverage.

Erie County offers a Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA), allowing employees to set aside up to a maximum amount set by the IRS each year in pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses.

Holidays: 12 paid holidays annually, including Juneteenth and Election Day.

Vacation Leave: Starts at 10 days per year, increases to up to 30 days with years of service. Can be accrued up to 25 days; unused vacation is payable upon separation. Eighty (80) hours of unused vacation time can be sold back annually, subject to minimum balance requirements.

Sick Leave: Accrues at 15 days per year (4.62 hrs per pay period). Unused sick leave may be accrued up to 300 days (for employees hired after August 7, 2014).

Personal Leave: Four days per year (for employees hired after August 7, 2014).

Bereavement Leave: Up to four paid days for immediate family.

Eligible employees are enrolled in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System (NYSLRS, administered by the Office of the State Comptroller. NYSLRS is one of the largest and most secure public pension systems in the United States, providing over one million public employees, retirees, and beneficiaries with reliable, lifetime retirement income, disability protection, and death benefits. All employees are eligible to join, and full-time permanent employees are required to join.

An employee's tier is determined by their date of membership; employees who joined on or after April 1, 2012, are classified as Tier 6 members. Tier 6 members become vested after 5 years of credited service, with an option to retire as early as age 55.

Tier 6 members are required to contribute between 3% and 6% of gross reportable earnings for all years of public service. Contribution rates are determined based on annual wage and are adjusted annually on April 1.

Erie County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan administered by Corebridge Financial (formerly AIG/VALIC). This plan is a voluntary, employee-funded program designed to supplement an employee's retirement savings.