What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel MRI Technologist - $3,663 per week position at Flexstaff?
FlexStaff is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in Riverhead, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : MRI Technologist
- Discipline : Allied Health Professional
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Responsibilities :
Prepares patient for examination
Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety
Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in a timely fashion
Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary
Performs MRI procedures to include : abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, and extremities
Places patient on the exam table and positions within the gantry
Keys in patient history data and other pertinent information obtained from a requisition completed by the referring physician who includes anatomical area of interest, slice thickness and pulse sequences
Calculates the number of scans to be obtained based on patient size, and operates the equipment ensuring the required images were obtained as ordered by the Radiologist
Contacts Radiologist to review and ascertain whether additional scanning is required
Operates equipment for the transfer of computed images to film, the archival of disc memory to tape, and proper use of PACS System
Assists the Radiologist with administration of I.V contrast
Monitors patient condition and directly observes patient during the examination
Recognizes and promptly reports to the radiologist, changes in the patient's condition and / or motor abnormality complaints by the patient including : fainting, discoloration, etc
Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts equipment, when necessary
Troubleshoots mechanical problems of the equipment by performing minor repairs, as necessary
Recognizes and reports major problems to management to ensure prompt resolution
Assists in patient flow including scheduling exams; assuring patients are sent for in advance of scheduled exam; assuring premedication has been administered on the unit; and completing exams
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
FlexStaff Job ID #2024-1120-35. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About FlexStaff
FlexStaff is a leading staffing agency based in the New York area that connects job seekers with temporary, temporary-to-hire, and permanent roles across multiple industries. We also provide travel staffing assignments for New Yorks largest healthcare provider, Northwell Health, with 20 hospitals throughout the New York area.
Our travel division staffs all RN specialties, respiratory therapists, imaging and other allied health professionals for Northwell Health locations throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, and Westchestera great opportunity to experience all New York has to offer while gaining experience at one of the top healthcare providers.
What sets us apart
Direct hospital employment at one of the 20 Northwell Health hospitals located throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island and Westchester.
No third-party agency, which means faster turnaround time on contracted offers, higher compensation, and better opportunity for assignments.
A knowledgeable and dedicated recruitment and on-boarding team that will work with you throughout your FlexStaff travel career.
What we offer
8-13-week assignments with possibility of extension
Guaranteed hours on all assignments
Competitive compensation packages
Tax-free stipends for meals, lodging, and travel
Only travel division with direct access to Northwell Health
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Salary : $3,663
