MRI Technologist

Title: MRI Technologist

Location: Hooper Avenue, NJ 08755

Duration: 12 Months to Long-Term

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Description:

• Knowledge of superconducting magnets and their physics in relation to human anatomy and medical imaging.
• Knowledge of MRI safety in a magnetic environment for patients, visitors, staff, and equipment.
• Specialized knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, particularly soft tissues and blood vessels.
• Knowledge of radio-frequency (RF) surface coils required for different anatomical areas.
• Knowledge of contrast media, power injectors, and PACS.
• May perform basic MRI safety program duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current unrestricted Radiologic Technologist license.
• ARRT(R) Certification.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Minimum 3 years MRI experience preferred.

Required Experience:

• MRI safety screening and protocols.
• Contrast-enhanced MRI studies.
• Knowledge of RF coils and MRI equipment.
• Experience with power injectors and contrast media.

Required Skills:

• Perform routine and advanced MRI examinations.
• Screen patients for MRI safety.
• Position patients and operate MRI equipment.
• Administer contrast agents when indicated.
• Maintain MRI safety standards and documentation.
• Evaluate image quality prior to submission to radiologist

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing patient's needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions.
• Provide reassurance and support to patient throughout procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before patient leaves care area.
• Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service's procedures.
• Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
• Monitor the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during the examination; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
• Record pharmaceutical doses accurately (Technologists)
• Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
• Log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests performed.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and readjust equipment or refer for repair.
• Prepare digital images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Electronic images and reports are transmitted digitally via Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS); this eliminates the need to manually file, retrieve, or transport films.
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Practice safety measures in radiography, radiation safety, infection control and environment of care.
• Apply the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Communicate with customers (e.g., veterans, family members, and the general public), co-workers and supervisors in a courteous, tactful, friendly and cooperative manner.
• Adhere to all facility and service-level policies and procedures.
• Technologists follow all medical center policies including infection control policies.
• Technologists respond to inquiries related to patient care in a timely manner.

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies Inc., (TSCTI) is one the fastest growing healthcare staffing companies in the United States. With presence in all 50 States and 6000+ employees nationwide, we have been providing unparallel healthcare and technology staffing services to Public and Private sectors for over 26 years.

Started as a technology staffing company in 1997, we have significantly expanded our healthcare practice to both Clinical and Non-Clinical staffing, serving various facilities, healthcare organizations and government agencies. Our ISO certified staffing practices and technology driven staffing procedures – from recruitment to onboarding, along with an internal pre-vetted resume database of healthcare professionals, enable us to serve our customers with their immediate staffing needs.
TSCTI has extensive experience providing Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists and other Allied Health professionals to various states – California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia to name a few, and Our valued relationships with employees as well as commitment to meet and exceed clients’ expectations through our exemplary employees proves our competency in today’s healthcare staffing industry.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.