Radiologic & MRI Technologist

Overview By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we're dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That's what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, St. Joseph Hospital is a not-for-profit acute care facility that provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical, critical care and surgical services. Amongst many quality achievements, St. Joseph is the first hospital on Long Island to earn the

AFIB GOLD

Quality Achievement award. Join our exceptional team and work in a great environment with state-of-art equipment and genuine career growth opportunities. Job Details Operates Radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-ray films as directed by physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices Perform appropriate MRI safety screening for all patients with MRI orders adhering to departmental policy and procedure Perform and maintain QC records for the MRI scanner Correct use and handling of MRI coils. Secure safety of MRI suite at end of shift. Maintains clinical competency pertinent to MRI procedures Positions and instructs patient regarding procedure. Proficient in 3D reconstruction Determines proper technique to achieve optimal imaging with minimal patient exposure Positions and instructs patient regarding procedures Prior to beginning any procedure, identifies the patients utilizing the dept.'s two patient identifiers Shields patients and follows standard radiation safety practices Uses standard collimation technique to minimize patient exposure Identifies patient pregnancy status and demonstrates proper pregnant patient management. Proficient in the use of all radiographic equipment Proficient in the management of patient information via the Radiology Information System Uses proper position and identification markers, and identification of films with appropriate patient information. Applies Quality control measures to prepare studies for Radiologist interpretation Assures rooms are well stocked; that the equipment is functioning properly Maintains required departmental records Performs other job duties as required Assists Radiologists in performance of fluoroscopic procedures done in the Radiology department Proficiency in navigating PACS system to perform Quality Control, and ensure the integrity of acquired images

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING

NYSDOH Licensed; ARRT; MRI Certification Preferred;

BLS Required Education:

Graduate of approved Radiologic Technology program

Experience:

Previous experience preferred Posted Salary Range USD $42.60 - USD $52.28 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth