Travel MRI Technologist

Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in New York, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MRI Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 9 weeks
• 34 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: MRI Technologist

Location: Not specified

Job Summary: This position operates and/or prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures. Applies the necessary technical judgment to obtain studies of an acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and the patients' needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong background in cross-sectional anatomy, physical sciences, and MRI physics.
• Excellent technical skills and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
• Graduate of a JCERT-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State License (L.R.T).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT Certified).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years' experience in MRI.

Additional Information:

• Performs MRI imaging procedures and positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study.
• Provides patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures.
• Reviews all patient safety questionnaires prior to introducing patients into the MRI scan room.
• Ensures all MRI images are appropriately labeled and transmitted to PACS in a timely fashion.
• Maintains cleanliness of radiology room and equipment at the start and end of shifts.
• Accurately records all required patient tracking information into the Radiology Information System (IDX).
• Schedules exams and performs related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel.
• Adheres to safety standards to prevent the introduction of ferromagnetic material into the scan room.
• Protects self, patients, and employees by following infection control policies and protocols.
• Attends in-services and professional development meetings as required.
• Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Assists physicians directly as required.

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE
Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 2 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : Days

RightSourcing IHS Job ID #37324665. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 34 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MRI Technologist