MRI Technologist - Buffalo General Medical Center

Position Overview

Join our team! Kaleida Health – the largest healthcare provider in Western New York – is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist. In this role, you will perform a variety of MRI procedures to produce cross‐sectional diagnostic images and collaborate with both internal and external healthcare teams. You will ensure patient safety, assist with patient care, preparation, and positioning, and contribute to quality and performance improvement initiatives. Location: Buffalo, NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of MRI procedures to generate high quality, cross‐sectional diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with internal and external healthcare teams to support patient care plans.
• Practice strict patient safety protocols at all times.
• Work with the MRI team and Lead to identify and drive quality and performance improvements.
• Prepare and position patients accurately while maintaining a thorough understanding of MRI principles and physics.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Kaleida Health.

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology or graduation from an approved ARRT Certification Program.
• Passing score on a cross‐sectional anatomy exam (unless already certified); for Nuclear Med Tech roles, a Bachelor of Science is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an X‐ray Tech position; 1 year in MRI is preferred, with 1 year in CT as a secondary preference if MRI experience is lacking.
• Certification requirements: ARRT MR certification within 3 years of hire/transfer along with one of the following licenses/certifications – Radiology Technologist, ARRT R, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, ARRT N, or NYS Certification for IV Contrast Admin (within 90 days of hire/transfer).
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• Maintain current certifications per regulatory guidelines, including timely MRI certification testing and recertification as required.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay (Compensation): $36.77 - $42.62 per hour

Work Location: In person