MRI Technologist
New York, NY
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

MRI Technologist, MRI. The MRI Technologist operates specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures and applies technical judgment to obtain diagnostically acceptable studies according to written protocols and patient needs. The role includes patient education, safety screening, image evaluation, equipment maintenance, and accurate completion of related documentation.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift; Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 7:00 AM7:30 PM; 9.5 shift hours; 38 minimum hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T.-approved program or Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
  • New York State license in radiologic technology or diagnostic radiology.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and MRI registry.
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
  • Strong knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, physical sciences, and magnetic resonance physics.
  • Excellent technical and organizational skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Two years of MRI experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs MRI imaging procedures and positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum studies.
  • Provides patient education regarding the procedure, imaging area, and relevant instructions.
  • Reviews patient safety questionnaires before patients enter the MRI scan room and adheres to safety standards preventing ferromagnetic materials from entering the scan room.
  • Evaluates images for technical acceptability, ensures appropriate labeling according to the departments Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and transmits images promptly to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
  • Completes required documentation, patient tracking, exam scheduling, and related records in the Radiology Information System.
  • Maintains room and equipment cleanliness, supplies, accessories, infection control practices, and safe operating conditions.
  • Reports equipment repairs or unsafe conditions, assists physicians as needed, and performs related clerical duties when support personnel are unavailable.
  • Participates in required in-service training and professional development activities while maintaining job-specific licensure in good standing.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits