Offsite MRI Technologist - Mount Sinai West - Full Time - Tuesday-Friday 11AM-7PM & Saturday, 8AM-4PM

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. 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. New York State License (L.R.T.). American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. (MRI certified) CPR certification Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-SLW-Ambulatory Compensation Statement The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $57.73 - $65.24 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. 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. Ensures patients are cleared before transition from zone 2 - 3. Assists in administering opaque media and or loading power injector under aseptic technique. Positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study. 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. Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions. 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.