What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Tech - Center for Health and Wellness - PT Evening position at Valley Health System of Ridgewood NJ?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the MRI Technologist prepares for and operates an MRI Scanner following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for diagnostic and interventional information. Assists patients onto scanner after reviewing the MRI safety checklist, verifies patient identification prior to scan, selects patient from worklist, ensures exam is archived on the PACS and completed properly in the RIS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new MRI procedures.
Working hours: 11:30am - 6:30pm | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
EDUCATION:
Completion of an accredited Radiology Technology or MRI program. Specialty registry in MRI thru the ARRT
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years of experience as a MRI technologist preferred and proficiency in performing all procedures pertinent to area of responsibility.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
ARRT (MR) and current CPR certification thru the American Heart Association. Physical dexterity to operate sensitive equipment and ability to perform a variety of MRI exams on patients. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and vascular systems. Excellent interpersonal interaction and communication (oral, written, presentation) skills. Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function independently and competently in stressful situations. Responds positively to changes in the work environment related to changing patient needs. Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system, and with patients, family members, co-workers, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Patient Care Services staff members, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to effectively problem-solve.
Job Location
Mahwah MacArthur Blvd LifeStylesShift
Evening (United States of America)EEO Statement
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
