MRI Technologist- Mount Sinai Hospital-is Friday- Tuesday 12-8pm. Wed/Thursday Off SIGN ON BONUS!

MRI Technologist

Operates specialized MRI imaging equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images, as directed by physicians. Performs MRI studies of anatomical areas as ordered/directed, according to established standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI imaging procedures.
• Applies the necessary technical judgment to obtain studies of an acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and the patients' needs.
• Operates and/or prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures.
• Positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study.
• Provides patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures by informing the patient of the nature of the procedure, the area to be imaged and any specific instructions the patient may need.
• Reviews all patient safety questionnaire prior to introducing any patients into the MRI scan room.
• Ensures all MRI images are appropriately labeled as specified by the department SOP.
• Evaluates images for technical acceptability and ensures images are transmitted to PACS in a timely fashion.
• Ensures that all studies performed are completed in IDX (Radiology Information System) in a timely fashion.
• Ensures Radiology room and equipment cleanliness, at the start and at the end of the shift, to include removal of soiled or dirty linen.
• Scans patient related documents
• Maintains supplies and accessories in radiographic room necessary to safely perform duties, as required.
• Accurately records all required patient tracking information into IDX (Radiology Information System).
• Schedules exams into IDX (Radiology Information System) as required.
• Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Assists physician directly as required.
• Calls for in-patients as required.
• Performs related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel.
• Maintains safety standards via strict adherence to safety guidelines in order to prevent the introduction of ferromagnetic material into the scan room.
• Protects self, patients, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
• Attends in-services and other professional development meetings as required.
• Maintains in good standing, licensure specific to job to include adherence to Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T. approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Strong background in cross sectional anatomy, physical sciences and M.R. physics.
• 2 years experience in MRI. (Preferred)
• NY State License in Diagnostic Radiology
• A.R.R.T. MRI registry.
• BLS Certified

Guidelines for Sign on:

This program is for registered CT Techs, PET/CT Techs, MRI Techs, and Breast Sonography Techs seeking full time employment at the Mount Sinai Health System. A successful hire could result in a bonus total of $10,000 over the span of 2 years.** In order to receive the bonus payment, the employee must be in an active employment status.

A new hire CT Tech, PET/CT Tech, MRI Tech, or Breast Sonography Tech who successfully completes their three-month probation will receive a $1,000 bonus payment.

If the new hire remains actively employed full time for a total of one year from their date of hire, the employee will receive a $4,000 bonus payment.

If the designated employee remains actively employed full time for a total of two years from their date of hire, the employee will receive a $5,000 bonus payment.

** Eligible positions include: All 1199 CT Techs, PET/CT Techs, MRI Techs, Breast Sonography Techs (excluding the Dubin Breast Center).** In order to receive the bonus payment the designated employee must remain in active employment status for the 2 year duration, periods on leave, paid or unpaid will not be counted towards the bonus.** Former Mount Sinai Health System employees are ineligible for up to twelve months after termination date