What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist position at St. Johns Riverside Hospital?
Overview
St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.
St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.
St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.
Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong
Responsibilities
The MRI Technologist is under the direction of the radiologist, performs MRI procedures at the technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed imaging for diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated are or procedures as required. Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly. Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. Takes call according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department. Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed. Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc. Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents and deviation. Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer’s instruction. Completes annual educational requirements and consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels. Disposes biomedical waste using CDC and OSHA guidelines.
Qualifications
Current NYS Radiologic Technology license / registration, including permit for injections. Registered or eligible by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Advanced Certification preferred). Graduate of an approved school for Radiologic Technology. Two years experience is preferred. Must possess strong communications skills and good understanding of verbal and written instruction.
