Medical Imag Tech IV-MRI (Weekends/Days)

Medical Imaging Technologist

The Medical Imaging Technologist under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the manager, and Radiologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients. The Medical Imaging Technologist utilizes their specific modality to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience. In radiation producing modalities technologists' practice and enforce the radiation safety measures in New York State Department of health code part 16. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s.
• Assumes charge tech responsibility when assigned by Manager or MIT V; may be assigned additional responsibilities as per Department Manager and MIT V
• Precepts new MITs if no experience training technologists in modality, must take preceptor course; precepts new MITs
• Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
• Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards.
• Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
• Provides a safe positive experience for the patient.
• Take calls if applicable.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
• Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
• Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
• QA's images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient.
• Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. high school - required
• Vocational School Diploma graduate of an approved two-year AMA Radiologic Technology School - required
• 4-5 years' experience - required
• NYS DOH Diagnostic license and/or eligible Upon Hire - required
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered Upon Hire - required
• ARRT Advanced Certification in modality Upon Hire - required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Rarely
• Lifting - Frequently
• Carrying - Frequently
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Stooping - Frequently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Crouching - Frequently
• Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Frequently
• Handling - Frequently
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.