Job Description

MRI Technologist

Cetechs is seeking a MRI Technologist to provide professional MRI imaging services at Northport VAMC, Northport NY. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality diagnostic imaging while ensuring safe and effective patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of superconducting magnets and their physics in the operation and safety of MRI systems, ensuring optimal imaging and diagnostic outcomes.
• Maintain a strong understanding of safety protocols governing magnetic environments for patients, staff, visitors, and equipment, following all institutional, state, and federal guidelines.
• Demonstrate specialized expertise in cross-sectional anatomy, particularly for soft tissues and blood vessels, to optimize anatomical visualization and enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Select and operate appropriate radio-frequency surface coils for each anatomical region to be imaged, tailoring techniques for best image quality.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to interpret imaging requests and adapt protocols for individualized patient care needs.
• Educate and screen patients for MRI safety prior to examinations, ensuring their comfort and minimizing risk during procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment or imaging issues and communicate effectively with technical service when necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology
• Current, unrestricted license as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (MR).
• Current CPR Cert or BLS Cert (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as Radiology Technologist
• Demonstrated expertise in patient safety for magnetic environments.
• Strong foundation in cross-sectional anatomy and soft tissue imaging.

Job Tags

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