Travel MRI Tech - $3,020 per week in New York City, NY

Job Title: MRI Technologist Profession: MRI Technologist Specialty: - Duration: 9 months Shift: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Hours per Shift: Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM Friday: 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Experience: Minimum 2 years in MRI preferred License: Client License (L.R.T.) Certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT Certified) Must-Have: Excellent organizational skills Description: This position operates and prepares specialized equipment to perform magnetic imaging procedures. Applies the necessary technical judgment to obtain studies of acceptable diagnostic quality according to written protocols and patient needs. Performs MRI imaging procedures. Positions patients and associated coils to obtain optimum study. 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 needed. Reviews all patient safety questionnaires prior to introducing any patients into the MRI scan room. Ensures all MRI images are appropriately labeled as specified by departmental standard operating procedures. Evaluates images for technical acceptability and ensures images are transmitted to the PACS in a timely fashion. Ensures that all studies performed are completed in the Radiology Information System in a timely fashion. Ensures cleanliness of the Radiology room and equipment at the start and end of the shift, including removal of soiled or dirty linen. Scans patient-related documents. Maintains supplies and accessories in the radiographic room necessary to perform duties safely, as required. Accurately records all required patient tracking information into the Radiology Information System. Schedules exams into the Radiology Information System as required. Informs supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed repairs to equipment or unsafe conditions. Assists physician directly as required. Calls for in-patients as required. Performs related clerical duties in the absence of support personnel. Maintains safety standards via strict adherence to safety guidelines to prevent the introduction of ferromagnetic material into the scan room. Protects self, patients, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols. Attends in-services and other professional development meetings as required. Maintains licensure in good standing specific to the job. Performs other relevant duties as assigned.