MRI Technologist Full-Time, Part-Time, Per-Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and well-being. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team in a full-time or pat-time status, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits:

• Work-Life Balance(no overnight shifts)
• Medical, Dental& Vision Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans
• Wellness Program
• Learning &Development Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays 
• Free Onsite Parking at All Locations

Working Shift : Full-Time, Part-Time, Per-Diem

Full-Time : Weekdays 2:30pm - 11pm, will include weekends, a regular Saturday shift 8am-4pm/6pm

Imaging Department Hours :
Monday-Friday, 6am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

Location : Amherst & Williamsville Office

Responsibilities :

• Performs high quality MRI studies as ordered for expedited and accurate interpretation, recognizing needs for immediate medical intervention and reporting those studies accordingly.
• Screens patients and communicates with patients regarding the scan, properly informs them of what to expect, potential side effects, next steps, etc.
• Operates a variety of sophisticated medical equipment including Phillips and Siemens MRI Systems, Medrad Power Injector, AGFA Drystar film printer, computers, printers and recording devices.
• Consults with Neuroimaging physicians at Dent in matters of departmental and equipment issues with a high degree of planning and initiative. Ensures proper function and maintenance of MRI equipment by consulting with service technicians under contract with Dent.
• Coordinates scheduling of examinations with outside physician group referral sources to meet the needs of the patient and physician.
• Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate. Assists in clerical duties as needed, functioning as a member of the health care team.
• Maintains proper and appropriate records, logs and statistics of all patients seen in imaging centers. Develops and maintains monthly QA reports for imaging equipment.
• Potentially may participate in clinical research studies in cooperation with outside referring physicians, maintaining valid data for Department of Neuroimaging. Develops and maintains educational case studies as requested, maintaining teaching files and lecture presentation materials. Under direction of Dent Neuroimaging physicians, assists in the education and training of Neuroimaging residents and fellows in performance of MRI studies.
• Continually becomes educated on necessary protocols and/or changes to ensure all patient needs and ACR accreditation needs are met.
• Administers IV contrast, injection and oral medications as per written/verbal MD order and imaging policy.
• Maintains acceptable working conditions, assisting in development and implementation of policies and procedures that promote a safe, effective, quality driven work environment. Maintains competence through continuing education and in-service training.
• Interacts calmly, respectfully and in a friendly manner with other representatives of services at the Dent.
• Refers patients to proper clinical resources for health care questions and to proper personnel for Dent policies such as billing and or financial support. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Requirements :

• Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology
• Licensed in NY State in Diagnostic Radiology

Preferred :

• Board Certified in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Prior experience working on an MRI machine

Here's what our current MRI Tech's have to say! 

"Working for Dent Imaging means holidays off with a generous amount of PTO."

"Dent has a supportive and positive work environment, with easy access to management." "There are opportunities to learn many specialty scans, different scanner platforms, and research, such as fMRI." 

"There is a radiologist on site and available to answer any questions." 

"Dent is dedicated to stellar patient care."

 

Compensation:

• Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range
• Rates are commensurate with experience

 

EEO Statement 

Dent Neurologic Institute offers an inclusive work environment built on kindness and respect for all. Dent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws as the basis for an employment decision. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

2:30pm - 11:00pm, will include weekends, a regular Saturday shift 8am-4pm/6pm