MRI Technologist - Per Diem
Company: Guthrie
Location: Binghamton
Posted on: January 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Position Summary: Under the direction of a
radiologist, with minimum supervision, maintain the daily function
of the MRI department. Education, License & Cert: High school with
additional 2?year Radiology Technology Training from a JRCERT
approved program. Additional training or experience in the field of
MRI Technology. Experience: Minimum of two years MRI scanning
experience preferred. Essential Functions: A. The MRI technologist
must initiate the correct protocol for scanning the requested
anatomy with minimal supervision. 3. Advise the patient of the
possibility and/or necessity of an intravenous contrast injection
and the precautions or contraindications involved with such an
injection. C. Transfer of patient to the MRI scanner table and
preparation for intravenous injection if needed. 1. Transfer the
patient safely to the scanner table. This would include transfer
into the scanner room by non?magnetic chair or stretcher. 2. Proper
alignment of patient’s anatomy to appropriate receiver coil. 3.
Preparation of injection site. Selection and insertion of correct
materials needed for the injection, including appropriate amount of
contrast material and the proper setting of flow rates for
injection and flushing for the Medrad automatic injector system. D.
Scanning 1. Initiate scanning protocols as suggested by the
radiologist. Selection of correct parameter data for each
individual patient. Proper use of Systems Imaging parameters,
including, but not limited to Conventional Spin and Gradient Echo
Techniques for all body imaging, Fast Spin Echo and EPI Gradient
Techniques for both body and Neuro ?Vascular imaging. 2. Display
scans on the operator’s viewing console for the radiologist,
adjusting appropriate window and center widths and levels for
permanently recording scans via laser camera onto x?ray film. 3.
Alert radiologist of abnormalities present on images so that
correct protocol is obtained. 4. Monitor the patient’s condition
during the scan and keep them informed as to what is happening. 1.
Check MRI consult/prescription, provisional diagnosis for relevant
patient history and information. Prepare the patient for the exam
by explaining the exam and changing the patient into a hospital
gown and/or pants. 5. Continually monitor scanner system for
program errors. Make corrections and/or notify Siemens service
personnel. 6. Transfer scans to PACs, film as necessary, and notify
radiologist that series is ready for viewing. 7. Operate laser
imager and select appropriate picture format. Prepare films and
other materials to be sent to the referring physicians. E. Maintain
familiarity with life support equipment. 1. Monitor patient’s
condition during and post injection and observe for reaction and/or
distress signals associated with the injection of contrast
materials. 2. Notify radiologist if reaction occurs and assist as
needed during any emergency. Able to perform a stand?pivot transfer
with a 105?pound patient. 3. Safely monitor sedated, pediatric,
intensive care unit, and any other patient that may need special
attention. This includes operation of the MRI compatible monitoring
system, pulse oximetry blood pressure and EKG monitoring. 4. Must
be able to react quickly to emergency situations such as patient
fainting, patient being unsteady while getting onto scanning table,
if unsafe situations occur (such as a fire), getting patient to
safety and sounding alarms. 5. Must maintain CPR certification
according to hospital policy. 2. Review patient screening form and
investigate any contraindications to be sure patient is a candidate
for MRI examination. This would include initiating the proper
request forms for any x?rays to be taken for screening purposes for
biomedical implants and metal foreign bodies. 3. Initiate any
research of materials needed to confirm the MRI compatibility of
any biomedical implant. This includes identifying the correct
implant for the individual patient, the documentation of surgical
records and/or biomedical implant card and the verification of this
information from the manufacturer and their recommendations. This
information should be added to the patient chart in Epic under the
implant tab. 4. If there are any discrepancies between the ordered
MRI examination and relevant histories, the technologist will bring
to the MRI Radiologist’s attention for further discussion with
attending physician. 5. Prepare the room and scanner equipment
according to the anatomical area to be scanned per request and
protocol. This would include the correct coil selection, patient
monitoring equipment, ancillary cardiac or pulse gating equipment,
and automatic injector system. B. Advise and explain to the
patient, the MRI examination procedure. 1. This would include
communication for any patient population including pediatric,
geriatric, neurology, psychiatric or any patient who is compromised
with any deficit for hearing or understanding. 2. Advise patient of
means of communication available during the scan and alert them as
to the means of communication if an emergency arises. i.e.:
emergency “squeeze ball” Other Duties: 1. Rotate call overnights
Monday through Friday, 24 hours Saturday and Sunday, and rotating
holidays. 2. Ability to work alone (on call) and get job done in an
efficient manner. 3. Able to be in the department within 30 minutes
after the MRI screening form has been cleared. 4. Must be able to
work a variety of shifts on a scheduled basis. 5. Must be able to
lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk to care for patients. 6.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the scanner department. 7.
Cooperates with all personnel in proper conduct of the department.
8. Demonstrates willingness to accept non?routine work assignment,
as appropriate. Salary: Min$31.96 Max$48.31
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