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St. Mary’s Healthcare has been named a 2025 Times Union Top Workplace. We are the first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 14 years ago.

Job Requisition: REQ3925

Employment type: Full-Time

Shift: Days

Hours per week: 40 hours

Hiring Range: $35.28- $47.18

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities:

+ Operates MRI scanner to perform diagnostic process based on established protocols.

+ Ensures all safety precautions are in place related to the operation of the MRI scanner and related magnetic field. Ensures all proper safety standards are met. Inspects room for potential environment of care hazards (call bells, O2 tank/outlets). Ensures all ferromagnetic materials are located outside of scan room. Reports any safety discrepancies to supervisor immediately.

+ Follows all infection control standards and ensures procedure room is clean.

+ Obtains and reviews safety questionnaire with patients and family members. Properly identifies and explains procedure to patient. Provides population specific care to patients. Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established MRI protocols to achieve the highest quality image.

+ Starts IV access according to standard procedure and injects media under the direction of a physician.

+ Operates required equipment necessary to produce scans using established guidelines and MRI

+ Protocols. Verification is provided that all ancillary equipment is operational (monitoring devices, Injectors, etc.) Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas. Checks patient transport/transfer equipment to ensure compliance with safe operational standards

+ Ensures through understanding of all proper fire and safety evacuation procedures.

+ Performs image post-processing and archival and ensures studies are networked via PACS system. Updates Medtitech system with appropriate exam information upon completion of the study

+ Assists in maintaining supply inventory. Participates in on-going service and process improvement efforts.

Additional Responsibilities:

+ Other duties as assigned.

Education, Training & Experience:

+ Completion of AMA approved school of radiological technology. Minimum of two years practical experience as MRI Technologist preferred.

Certifications / Licensure:

Required Credential(s):

+ BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

+ Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the New York Department of Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

+ Starting January 1, 2018: Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Required Skills and Attributes:

+ Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.

+ Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.

+ Excellent customer service skills

+ Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.

+ Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.

+ Demonstrates flexibility

+ Takes initiative

+ Able to work in a fast-paced environment

+ Embraces new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

+ Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

+ Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).

+ Strong organizational skills.

+ Effective interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.

+ Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.

+ Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English