Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: OAMNY Great Neck 2201 - Great Neck, NY, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: Associates, Salary Range: $46.80 - $58.50Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Evening, Job Category: Health Care, Work Hours: 4pm - 8pm Core office days: Monday - Friday Who we are:    Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.    What you’ll do:   Responsibilities:     Prepares and positions patients for MRI of various parts of the body. Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide the best demonstration of body part under study. Is able to lift and position all coils.  Screens patients and personnel for any ferrous metal implants or other objects on them including credit cards and all potential missiles. Ensures that no patient/visitor/healthcare worker enters scan room with ferromagnetic objects or contraindicated implants.  Based on protocols established by Physicians & MRI Supervisor, selects appropriate pulse sequences from monitoring console for scan procedures. Accurately records all pulse sequences implemented for exam. May recommend changes in protocol or additional instructions to provide additional diagnostic information.  Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness. Manipulates images through use of console keyboard and mouse to display to physician. Using terminal, can select all image display options. Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.  Photographs images from LCD display using special multi-format laser camera and display on monitor. Processes films, and check images for quality control as to windowing for contrast and proper display format and text.  Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner. Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.  Performs daily Quality Assurance tests on equipment.  Monitoring proper level of cryogens to ensure integrity of magnet.  Informs MRI Supervisor or Office Manager and appropriate service personnel of system problems and documents accurately and completely.  Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.  Is responsive to patient’s physical and psychological needs. Informs a patient of delays.  Starts an intravenous line on patients requiring IV contrast for the MRI examination with consideration to patient’s pain tolerance, anxieties and fears. Monitors patient for contrast reactions and reports any problems promptly to a radiologist, the code team, or both, as indicated.  Routinely practices room hygiene. Practices patient care with universal precautions.  Is able to with assistance move patients to or from a wheelchair.  Performs other duties/projects as assigned.  Qualifications: Who you are:   Graduate of approved school of radiology required (two year course).  Valid X-Ray/MRI Technician license and ARRT registered.   Minimum one year experience as an MRI Tech preferred.  Orthopedic and/or neurological experience preferred.  Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.  What we offer:      Excellent growth and advancement opportunities    Dynamic environment    Access to a diverse network of practitioners    Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience       Competitive Compensation    Generous PTO     Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.       We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).