MRI Technologist

Overview Performs a variety of MRI procedures to produce cross-sectional images of a patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Collaborates with both internal and external health care team members to contribute to the plan of care of the patient. Practices patient safety. Works in collaboration with MRI team and Lead to identify and drive quality and performance improvement initiatives. To provide care, preparation and positioning of patients to obtain high quality diagnostic images utilizing magnetic resonance imaging. Requires thorough knowledge and understanding of the principals and physics of MRI. Promotes mission, vision and values of Kaleida Health. Department: GCH MRI Location: Golisano Children's Hospital Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo Work Type: Per-Diem Scheduled Work Hours: Variable Shift: 9 Education And Credentials Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology or graduate of approved ARRT Certification Program required. Completion with a passing score of a cross sectional anatomy exam required. If certified, cross sectional anatomy exam not required. If Nuclear Med Tech, Bachelor of Science required. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT MR) within 3 Years required. It is required to have only one of the following Licenses/Certifications upon hire/transfer: Radiology Technologist, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT R), Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Am Reg Of Rad Tech Nu (ARRT N), or NYS Cert for IV Contrast Admin within 90 Days of hire/transfer. If Nuclear Med Tech - must have ARRT MR, ARRT N and Nuclear med tech Registration. If MRI Tech - must have Rad Tech, ARRT R, ARRT MR (within 3 years) and NYS Certification for IV contrast (within 90 days). ARRT - R must be current and maintained for any employees hired/transferred effective 6/12/12. Must become certified in MRI within 3 years of hire/transfer and sit for first exam within 18 months from hire/transfer and successfully pass within 3 years from hire/transfer. Certification must remain current and active. Employees hired into job prior to 8/24/04 are grandfathered for ARRT-MR. Basic Life Support (BLS) 90 days from hire or transfer required. Existing Imaging Technologists as of 11/10/2020 will have until 8/31/2021 to obtain their BLS. Experience 1 year of experience in MRI preferred. 1 year of experience in CT as 2nd preference if does not have 1 year in MRI preferred. 1 year of experience in X-ray Tech position required. Essential Weight Requirement - Medium (up to 50 lbs) Job Details Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 15.00

FTE: 0.200000

Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No On Call Required: No With Rotation: No Work Arrangement: Onsite Union Code: U21 - SEIU 1199 CHOB Technical Requisition ID#: 303 Recruiter: Andria R. Getz Grade: T17 Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly Salary Range: $ 37.87 - $47.94 Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated! #J-18808-Ljbffr Kaleida Health