Summary:

The MRI Tech is responsible for performing various MRI services, including preparing and operating the MRI equipment, positioning patients correctly and effectively recording the requested diagnostic images. This position is responsible for patient safety and the performance of high-quality MRI studies. In addition, the MRI Tech will process images and confers with radiologists as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Follows precise procedures for exposure, positioning, and safety of patients.

* Assures proper quality of images for each radiological procedure.

* Positions patients according to radiologists' protocols.

* Maintains security and control of meds within department.

* Obtains proper patient/image requisition identification in order to assure appropriateness of procedure.

* Properly identifies patients using 2 hospital-wide patient safety identifiers.

* Conducts patient/family education relevant to identified needs.

* Ensures patients/visitors are oriented to hospital.

* Charges procedures and supplies used to patient record.

* Maintains required CE's as needed for licensure.

* Maintains accurate patient records for all procedures performed, maintains patient confidentiality, and adheres to all HIPPA standards.

* Operates all x-ray equipment, computers, phones, and fax machines.

* Assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age.

* Provides patient care to adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENT:

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of experience as a radiologic technologist required; previous MRI experience preferred.

Education:

Associates degree preferred.

Licenses / Certifications:

Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training program required with valid NY State License. Must possess or obtain BLS and IV Certification within three months of hire.

Other:

If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

About Us:

Bon Secours Community Hospital

For nearly a century, Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY, has served the residents of western Orange County, NY, Pike County, PA, and northern Sussex County, NJ, as the area's premier healthcare provider. The hospital serves its community with 122 beds for acute care and medical-surgical services, a 24-hour emergency department, long-term care and rehabilitation, a dedicated bariatric surgery unit, behavioral health, and outpatient services.