MRI Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

The Position:

We are seeking entry level or experienced MRI Technologists to perform a variety of MRI Imaging exams including Body, Neuro, MSK, Chest, and Breast scans and to assist our Radiologists during Biopsy procedures.

The Location

As Northwell Health’s affiliate Imaging Center in New York's trendy Upper East Side, Rosetta Imaging an affiliate of Northwell Health prides itself on delivering the highest quality of Imaging care with compassion and respect, playing a critical role towards advancing the care plan for the communities in and around Upper Manhattan. Located at 1421 3rd Avenue New York, NY 10028, Rosetta team of 30+ individuals provide imaging in CT, MRI, US, X-ray, Dexa, Mammography; all used for diagnostic imaging, and many used for image guided procedures in concert with Northwell's 300+ subspecialty trained Radiologists. For more information about Rosetta Imaging Rosetta Imaging, an affiliate of Northwell Health | Northwell Health

Job Responsibility

• Performs thorough screening of patients prior to procedure.
• Ensures no metal objects accompany patient into procedure room.
• 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 the Radiologist/Clinician to include anatomical area of interest.
• Performs MRI procedures to include: abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, extremities, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, biopsies, etc.
• Recognizes and promptly reports patient's motor abnormalities; including, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions etc., to the nearest Radiologist/Clinician.
• Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts equipment, when necessary.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions

Expectations & Goals include:

• Ensure that Patient Safety, particularly related to Patient Identification, is included in each patient experience.
• Foster positive communication, create positive patient experiences, and deliver Service Excellence during every patient interaction.
• Aligning Imaging’s strategic vision to meet the needs of Northwell Health’s clinical programs in the surrounding communities.
• Strengthen existing relationships, while establishing new relationships with referring physicians and surrounding communities to ensure timely access to imaging care.

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Technologist (R.T.) required for positions filled after September 5, 2010. ARRT registration in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) required within eighteen (18) months of entry date into position.
• Certified in IV Contrast Administration required within six (6) months of entry date into position.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) required within six (6) months of entry date into position.
• Previous experience as a Radiologic Technologist, required. Previous MRI experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment and protocols, preferred.

The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented and be passionate about being part of a collaborative caregiving team delivering empathetic experiences with a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality of care. The role is Full Time onsite.