MRI Technologist 1

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

What you'll do

Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Medical Imaging and working at the direction of the Radiology Manager, the MRI Tech I provides prompt, efficient, courteous services to patients while taking high-quality radiographs. This individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. They must also have the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements and provide the care needed.

• To provide high quality test results in a prompt and accurate fashion
• Complies with the job description of the Diagnostic X-ray Technologist II as necessary
• Ensures that patient information is acceptable (Order for Exam and Lab work)
• Properly positions patient and makes patient comfortable
• Images the patient according to approved MRI protocols 1
• Reviews images and sends to PACS for interpretation
• Closes exam in EPIC/PACS
• Prepares, identifies and/or administers medication as prescribed by a licensed practitioner when applicable.
• Transports patients to and from the room when required as noted by leadership
• Provide a safe environment to our patients
• Explains all procedures to patients and answers any questions or concerns regarding the test
• Properly screens the patient (reviews medical history)
• Performs clinical pause before starting each exam
• Ensures that the room is clean and ready for patients both before and after an exam
• Maintains adequate level of inventory in all rooms within diagnostic Radiology
• Restocks supplies within rooms as observed by leadership
• Cleans and organizes CT Scan room after patient use as observed by leadership
• Reviews and completes the daily checklists for safe patient care and regulatory readiness
• Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops
• Maintains competence through continuing education
• Maintains appropriate continuing education credits to keep up licensure
• Attends the necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department
• Attends monthly department meetings 90-95% of the time as recorded in the meeting minutes
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

What we need from you

Education:

• Completion of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school, required

Experience:

• Clinical experience within Radiology, preferred
  • New graduates welcome

License/Certification:

• NYS Temporary Permit/ License required within 180 days from date of hire

• ARRT Registered as a Radiologic Technologist required within 180 days from date of hire

• NYS Registered as a Radiologic Technologist required within 180 days from date of hire

• BLS Certification must be obtained within 30 days from date of hire 

• ARRT MRI Certification required within 2 years of hire/ within job role (career ladder promotion)

Skills:

• Clinical Skills
• Computer Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Interacting with People
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Quality Control
• Reliability

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping
• Occasional fit testing
• Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use

Hazards:

• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure and radiation/radiant energy

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $41.39/Hr.
Pay Range Maximum:

USD $62.71/Hr.
We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.