MRI Tech
Job Description
Overview
Join our team as a variable shift, PRN MRI Unit-A MRI Technician in Montclair, NJ.
Why Join Us?Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better.
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
- Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.
- The MRI Technologist is responsible for producing diagnostic images safely using MRI technology.
- Reviews patient's chart and/or physician's order to determine optimal imaging parameters for suspected pathology.
- Selects the proper imaging coil for the study.
- Performs imaging studies using proper scanning techniques and protocols.
- Works with physicians to optimize MRI sequences to produce the highest quality MRI image.
- Administers contrast media based on the patient's height and weight when ordered, including GFR screening and lab work.
- Screens patients and family members for MRI safety and contraindications.
- Verifies pregnancy status, when appropriate.
- Obtains MRI consent documentation when appropriate.
- Documents diagnostic and patient data in the appropriate record.
- Administers MRI safety, screens patients for contraindication (i.e., foreign bodies, medical indications).
- Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure.
- On-call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy.
- Performs daily clerical duties, which include the use of HIS systems, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by the hospital.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned.
- High School Graduate/ GED required or Diploma from a Vocational/Technical school.
- 1 year's experience.
- Must be MRI certified within one year of hire.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
- Maintains CEU Credits.
- 2-4 years' experience.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certificate.
- Prior MRI experience.
- Experience with imaging equipment (scanners), patient care equipment, and filming equipment.
- Experience with power injectors and storage devices.
- Experience with Teleradiology system/PACS System.
Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.
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