Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist​/MRI Tech - IV Certified (FGP) - Manahttan

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist/MRI Tech - IV Certified (FGP) - Manhattan.

In this role, the successful candidate Performs medically prescribed MRI procedures of designated anatomical areas, under the general direction of the radiologist and supervisor.

• Demonstrates skill in equipment set‑up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure.
• Performs visual and manual quality control checks of MRI equipment.
• Uses imaging and peripheral equipment, in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturers procedures.
• Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper use of computer product printers, i.e. label printers, report printers, etc, and minor adjustments to correct malfunctions.
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly.
• Obtains formal consent when necessary.
  
  Provides for patient comfort before, during and after procedure, and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may have.
• Provides for patient privacy at all times.
• Positions patient and MRI equipment appropriate to the body part(s) to be imaged and adjust equipment settings accordingly to insure maximum information is obtained.
• Uses identifying markers appropriately.
• Follows accepted MRI procedures.
• Reviews patient information sheet; considers variety of protocols and rationale in determining positioning and technique.
• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition.
• Ensures that all exams completed are of high quality.
• Uses positioning and immobilizing devices to improve image quality.
• Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
• Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients condition.
• Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
• Assists physicians as needed during the course of the procedure.
• Performs transmission and/or segmentation for transmission to PACS in a complete and proper anatomic display.
• Generates high quality hard copies of images when necessary.
• Uses efficient methods and completes examinations assigned in reasonable amount of time.
• Maintains cleanliness of radiographic area. Prepares equipment and supplies in advance for future exams.
  
  Is able to recognize a medical emergency and notifies nurse, PA and/or MD immediately.
• Effectively assesses patients information and status, and plans appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
• Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
• Checks patients wristband by name, unit, and room number to ensure patients  examination requisition OR Calls patient by last name, asking patient to confirm their identity by stating their first name.
• Introduces self to the patient. Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
• Seeks information or asks for assistance from supervisor regarding difficult or questionable results.
  
  Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination.
• Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition.
  
  Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
• Demonstrates skill in using the…