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MRI Tech

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Location: Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Salary Range: 48.61 - 62.19
Work Type: Full-Time
Standard Hours: 40
FTE: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Day 10
Work Shift: 4 days per week & on call
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Description

Purpose: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to produce diagnostic MRI images of designated anatomic areas as prescribed by established scan protocols, while following department policies and providing the appropriate care to the age of the patient served by the department of radiology.
 
Essential Responsibilities 
1. Coordinates timely throughput for MRI patients, by prioritizing exams based on priority level. Escalates hurdles to timely completion to Lead MRI Technologist or Manager. 
2. Properly identifies patient using two patient identifiers, checks the imaging order for complete information, proper exam and/or procedure and schedules/prioritizes as needed, and assess risk of pregnancy prior to commencing with exam or procedure. 
3. Explains the procedure to the patient with professionalism and compassion. 
4. Performs IV cannulation, as prescribed by Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), using aseptic technique as per NYS DOH Scope of Practice. Performs iStat testing in accordance with the established policies. 
5. Positions patient ensuring patient comfort and modesty. Selects proper imaging protocol reflective of imaging order, maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and adjusts scan techniques to obtain optimal MRI images. 
6. Operates power injectors in preparation for and administration of contrast media under the direct supervision of the supervising physician in accordance with department policy and regulatory standards. 
7. Demonstrate knowledge of and practices MRI safety and Screening according to policy, fire safety, infection control and sterile technique. Demonstrates critical care skills to patients with higher acuity. (ED, ICU, NICU, Preoperative Neuro MR) 
8. Is proficient in the operation of post processing workstations. Performs critique of exam for completeness and correct labeling. Is responsible for accurate and timely exam verification within the hospital’s RIS system and archival of completed studies to the PACS system. 
9. Follows infection control and safety guidelines, cleans and disinfects scanner and exam rooms. Properly stocks assigned room prior to the start and end of shift. 
10. Protocols exams for the next day to ensure that the examinations were scheduled properly, flag any contraindications and requests revised orders as necessary. 
11. Coordinates all aspects of care for the MRI patient to include, but not limited to coordination, and participation as necessary, of patient transportation to the appropriate areas, communicates pertinent patient information with nursing units, exercises ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties, maintains strict patient confidentiality, monitors patient’s comfort while in the MRI department. 
 
Job Requirements:
  • Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology or MRI
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field*or equivalent experience
  • American College of Radiology (ARRT) MRI Certification Or acquire within 1 year of hire.
  • Minimum License, Registration and Certification Requirements: Preferred One (1) - Two (2) years of clinical experience in CT
  • Ability to work in a high magnetic field up to 3.0 Tesla (any implanted device must meet 3.0 Tesla limits)
  • Valid New York State (NYS) Radiological License with Injection
  • Basic Life support (BLS) Certification

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1378

Department: MRI

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $48.61 - $62.19 Hourly

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