MRI Technologist - East Greenbush - Per Diem

$34 - $48/Yr

St. Peters Health Partners - Rensselaer, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Rensselaer, NY

Hospitals

About the position

MRI Technologist - East Greenbush Outpatient MRI with opportunities to rotation to other sites within St. Peter's Health Partners. If you are looking for a per-diem position in Medical Imaging, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partners, we care for more people in more places than one.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records a complete clinical history pertinent to examination requested.
• Evaluates requests for appropriateness; refers concerns to coordinator and/or radiologist.
• Instructs patient as to nature of the exam being performed.
• Effectively communicates with patient throughout exam being performed.
• Follows established scan protocols or radiologist's special instructions.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment and accessories.
• Selects appropriate technical factors for requested imaging exam.
• Assists in instruction of student technologists and new personnel.
• Demonstrates accurate positioning and insures patient comfort.
• Demonstrates proper screening procedures for contraindication to MRI examination.
• Ensures proper magnetic field safety at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all MRI emergency procedures.
• Provides proper hearing protection to all patients and visitors.
• Effectively completes all required documentation related to patient care, imaging procedures and RIS requirements.
• Documents and reports all incidents, radiation safety concerns and equipment malfunctions to coordinator in a timely fashion.

Requirements

• AAS Degree in Radiologic Technology
• MRI experience
• Current ARRT registration and NYS license required

Benefits

• Strong orientation program
• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development