MRI Technologist (Lead) - Mount Sinai Hospital - Full Time - Thursday, 4pm-12am & Saturday-Sunday, 8am-12am

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

• Demonstrates the ability to perform clinical/technical/service/administrative tasks.
• Performs MRI imaging procedures.   Operates and/or prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures.
• Assists, prepares and positions patients as required to perform MRI procedures.
• Applies the necessary technical judgment to obtain studies of an acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and the patients’ needs.
• 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 patient safety questionnaires and follows MRI safety precautions prior to scanning patients.
• Assists in administering opaque media and or loading power injector under aseptic technique.
• Performs non-disciplinary job duties of the supervisor as required.
• Delegates responsibility to staff as appropriate, in the absence of the supervisor, or as directed.
• Provides leadership and direction to support personnel in the absence of a supervisor, or as directed.
• Assigns break and mealtime coverage in the absence of the supervisor, or as directed.
• Participates in the training and continued development of staff.
• Scans patient related documents.
• Ensures all images are appropriately labeled as specified by the department SOP.
• Assists physician directly as required.
• Evaluates radiographs for technical acceptability and ensures images are transmitted to PACS 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.
• Maintains supplies and accessories in imaging 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.
• Ensures that all studies performed are completed in IDX (Radiology Information System) in a timely fashion.
• Calls for in-patients as required.
• Performs related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel.
• Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Supervises radiology students assigned to his/her clinical area.
• Prevents the spread of infection to self, patients, visitors, and other employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocol.
• 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.
   

• 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.   
• Minimum of three (3) years experience as an MRI technologist
• New York State License (L.R.T.). 
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. (MRI certified)
• CPR certification

 

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• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential.
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• Inspiring and fostering an environment of anti-racist behaviors among and between departments and co-workers.

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