Lead MRI Technologist (West Palm Beach, Florida)

Job ID: 1163502_RR00121711

Facility: NYU Langone Health in Florida

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Shift: Day

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Department: Allied Health, ACC WPB Radiology (F232), NYU Langone Health in Florida,

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a MRI Technologist (West Palm Beach, Florida).

In this role, the successful candidate The MRI Technologist performs medically prescribed Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures for designated anatomical areas under the general supervision of a radiologist. The MRI IV Specialist demonstrates advanced technical competence, independent clinical judgment, and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards while ensuring exceptional patient care and diagnostic image quality.

Job Responsibilities:

Patient Preparation & Safety

• Reviews physician orders, patient prescriptions, MRI safety screening forms, and prior imaging to ensure exam appropriateness and patient safety.
• Assesses and prepares patients for contrast administration, including pre-medication for allergic reactions when indicated.
• Obtains patient consent when required and verifies patient identity using established hospital protocols.
• Explains MRI procedures clearly to patients, addressing concerns and reducing anxiety while maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and comfort throughout the exam.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to medical emergencies, immediately notifying nursing staff, PAs, or physicians as required.
• Implements isolation precautions and follows infection control standards when applicable.
• Ensures adherence to MRI safety standards, including zone management, scanner room safety, patient belongings, and accompanying persons.
• Demonstrates knowledge of MRI anatomy, scanning protocols, incidental findings, scanner technology, and power injector setup.

MRI Imaging & Clinical Performance

• Independently performs MRI examinations according to departmental protocols and radiologist directives.
• Select appropriate imaging protocols, positioning, coils, and technical parameters based on patient condition, clinical indication, and anatomical requirements.
• Modifies imaging techniques as needed to optimize diagnostic quality while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Produces high-quality diagnostic images and performs image post-processing, segmentation, and transmission to PACS in proper anatomical orientation.
• Performs IV placement and contrast administration according to policy and safety standards.

Equipment Operation & Quality Control

• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in MRI equipment operation, setup, and routine maintenance.
• Performs visual and manual quality control checks and documents for equipment performance data per departmental standards.
• Operates imaging and peripheral equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with hospital, departmental, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Identifies, reports, and escalates equipment malfunctions, damage, or missing items promptly.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and exam-ready MRI environment.

Information Systems & Documentation

• Utilizes HIS/RIS systems accurately in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Accesses and verifies patient data including exam orders, appointment times, reports, and patient history.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of RIS patient tracking and documents exam start, completion, and departure times as required.
• Schedules exams from the order entry queue and modifies exams when clinically necessary.
• Maintains departmental logbooks and records according to established policies and procedures.

Collaboration & Workflow Management

• Works collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and fellow technologists to ensure optimal exam outcomes.
• Assists physicians during procedures when required.
• Adjusts workflow to accommodate STAT, urgent, and emergency cases while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Seeks guidance from supervisors, lead techs and senior specialists when encountering complex or questionable cases and contributes to problem-solving discussions with peers.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Adheres to all departmental, hospital, state, and federal regulations governing MRI practice.
• Follows established radiologic protocols, policies, and procedure manuals at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and patient care excellence.
• Position may require flexible work schedules.
• Position requires the ability to lift, push, pull, or move patients and equipment more than 150 pounds, with or without the use of assistive devices

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Associates degree or Technical Diploma Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiology or Imaging Services. Radiologic Technologist (Temporary) Permit at time of hire
NYS Radiologic Technologist IV License within 180 days of issuance of Rad Tech Permit
Certification in ARRT (X-Ray) within 180 days of hire
Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree In Radiology Program or relatedHealth field. 1 – 2 years MRI technologist or training experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Florida provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Florida is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.”

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Patient Preparation & Safety

• Reviews physician orders, patient prescriptions, MRI safety screening forms, and prior imaging to ensure exam appropriateness and patient safety.
• Assesses and prepares patients for contrast administration, including pre-medication for allergic reactions when indicated.
• Obtains patient consent when required and verifies patient identity using established hospital protocols.
• Explains MRI procedures clearly to patients, addressing concerns and reducing anxiety while maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and comfort throughout the exam.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to medical emergencies, immediately notifying nursing staff, PAs, or physicians as required.
• Implements isolation precautions and follows infection control standards when applicable.
• Ensures adherence to MRI safety standards, including zone management, scanner room safety, patient belongings, and accompanying persons.
• Demonstrates knowledge of MRI anatomy, scanning protocols, incidental findings, scanner technology, and power injector setup.

MRI Imaging & Clinical Performance

• Independently performs MRI examinations according to departmental protocols and radiologist directives.
• Select appropriate imaging protocols, positioning, coils, and technical parameters based on patient condition, clinical indication, and anatomical requirements.
• Modifies imaging techniques as needed to optimize diagnostic quality while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Produces high-quality diagnostic images and performs image post-processing, segmentation, and transmission to PACS in proper anatomical orientation.
• Performs IV placement and contrast administration according to policy and safety standards.

Equipment Operation & Quality Control

• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in MRI equipment operation, setup, and routine maintenance.
• Performs visual and manual quality control checks and documents for equipment performance data per departmental standards.
• Operates imaging and peripheral equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with hospital, departmental, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Identifies, reports, and escalates equipment malfunctions, damage, or missing items promptly.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and exam-ready MRI environment.

Information Systems & Documentation

• Utilizes HIS/RIS systems accurately in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Accesses and verifies patient data including exam orders, appointment times, reports, and patient history.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of RIS patient tracking and documents exam start, completion, and departure times as required.
• Schedules exams from the order entry queue and modifies exams when clinically necessary.
• Maintains departmental logbooks and records according to established policies and procedures.

Collaboration & Workflow Management

• Works collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and fellow technologists to ensure optimal exam outcomes.
• Assists physicians during procedures when required.
• Adjusts workflow to accommodate STAT, urgent, and emergency cases while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Seeks guidance from supervisors, lead techs and senior specialists when encountering complex or questionable cases and contributes to problem-solving discussions with peers.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Adheres to all departmental, hospital, state, and federal regulations governing MRI practice.
• Follows established radiologic protocols, policies, and procedure manuals at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and patient care excellence.
• Position may require flexible work schedules.
• Position requires the ability to lift, push, pull, or move patients and equipment more than 150 pounds, with or without the use of assistive devices

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Associates degree or Technical Diploma Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiology or Imaging Services. Radiologic Technologist (Temporary) Permit at time of hire
NYS Radiologic Technologist IV License within 180 days of issuance of Rad Tech Permit
Certification in ARRT (X-Ray) within 180 days of hire
Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree In Radiology Program or relatedHealth field. 1 – 2 years MRI technologist or training experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Florida provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Florida is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.”

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

About NYU Langone Health

Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care

NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Our Hiring Process

Joining Our Team

Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.

Step 1

Apply Online

The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.

Step 2

Schedule Interviews

If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.

Step 3

Receive Offer

If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.

Step 4

Training & Orientation

You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.