Residence Requirements:

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS:  THERE ARE NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION IN THIS EXAMINATION.  There is one vacancy at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation.

Examples of Duties:

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist performs technical and quality assurance functions associated with MRI, Computed Tomography (CT) and radiographic procedures at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation; 

Performs or assists with MRI, CT and radiographic procedures, to include pre and post processing of images, following prescribed protocols;

Prepares equipment and supplies;

Prepares and positions patients for imaging using appropriate positioning aids to ensure patient safety;

Processes images and prepares/files images for interpretation and report distribution/archive;

Reviews images for technical accuracy and determines need for retakes or additional views;

Injects contrast pharmaceuticals via venous access as required by the New York State Department of Health, following department guidelines; reports any adverse drug reactions;

Administers ionizing radiation;

Performs and documents health teaching/patient screening and inquires related to contrast history;

Schedules and/or prioritizes procedures to ensure timely procedure completion;

Coordinates the scheduling and care of patients with other departments, such as anesthesia, emergency room, physician’s offices and other facilities;

Arranges for and/or performs appropriate patient transport to and from radiology department;

Inspects and keeps images, computer/digital, electronic transfer, processing and ancillary equipment in safe working order to ensure proper and safe performance before patient procedures are initiated; informs supervisor, co-workers or repair staff of needed maintenance;

Performs mandated regulatory compliance tasks and quality control in accordance with federal, state and local authorities and accrediting bodies;

Meets with vendors to discuss existing and new products; provides related education/training to co-workers;

Serves as a mentor and participates in the orientation of staff and students;

Participates in new technology/product in-services, training programs and meetings and serves on committees.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Candidates must meet one of the following requirements on or before  February 26, 2021:

Graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and one (1) year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or Computed Tomography (CT) experience; and

Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Radiologic Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at the time of application, appointment and throughout continued employment; and

Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification with Radiology Primary Credential at the time of application.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession and maintenance of certification to administer contrast media intravenously issued by New York State Department of Health, in accordance with New York Codes, Rules and Regulations, Title 10, Part 89.40, at time of appointment and throughout; and

Possession and maintenance of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification at time of appointment and throughout. 

Notes:

1. Candidates must pass a safety and screening test for American College of Radiology MRI designated areas of Zone III (outside the immediate scanning area) and Zone IV (magnet room). Medical or electronic devices may interfere with the exam or potentially pose a risk. In consideration of the need for the safety of employees assigned to this area, random safety and screening will be performed

2. Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.

3.  Your degree and/or college credit must have been awarded by a regionally accredited college or university or one recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable educational practices.  A grade of "D" or better is necessary for a course to be credited as successfully completed.  If your degree and/or college credit was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency.  You can write to this Department for a list of acceptable companies providing this service; you must pay the required evaluation fee.

Notice to Candidates: Transcripts will now be accepted by the Department of Personnel ONLY at time of application.
All subsequent transcripts must be submitted at time of interview.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. 

Subjects of Examination:

Subjects of Examination:

Scope of the Examination:  There will be no written or oral test for this examination.  If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will receive a rating based upon an evaluation of your training and experience against the duties of the position being tested. 

Candidates must first complete an examination application and return it to the Erie County Department of Personnel on or before the last filing date of February 26,2021.

Approved candidates will be sent a notice containing directions to a website address needed to complete a Training and Experience Questionnaire. 

The Training and Experience Questionnaire will be available on April 1, 2021 and approved candidates will be required to complete and submit this questionnaire between April 1, 2021, and midnight April 30, 2021.*

NOTE:  *Candidates will not be able to claim any credit for training or experience gained after the application filing deadline of February 26, 2021.  Candidates who fail to submit a questionnaire by midnight, April 30th, 2021, will not receive a rating.

**IMPORTANT APPLICATION FEE - READ CAREFULLY**

A $20.00 filing fee is required for this exam. The required fee must accompany your application. Send or bring check or money order made payable to Erie County Personnel Department and write the examination number(s) on your check or money order. Do not send or bring cash, as the County cannot be responsible for cash payment. As no refund will be made, you are urged to compare your qualifications carefully with the requirements for admission and file only for those examinations for which you are clearly qualified.