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Lead MRI Technologist (Tech) - Maryview Medical Center
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
This MRI Lead Tech leads the daily activities of technical personnel assigned to the MRI department. The Lead Tech will perform MRI procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. They will alter imaging protocols at the request of Radiologists. The Lead Tech will work closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians.
Essential Job Functions
- Demonstrates team building and leadership behavior to accomplish tasks and organizational objectives.
- Interviews and recommends applicants for employment. Provides orientation and in-service educational programs for MRI technologists.
- Supervises MRI Technologists and models professional and leadership behavior to all personnel.
- Evaluates and counsels MRI staff work performance according to hospital procedures.
- Maintains proper staff levels and assigns call.
- Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation; demonstrates flexibility to fluctuation in workload.
- Selects and operats the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
- Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
- Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
- Performs verification of patient safety check list.
- Maintains controlled access to the magnet room and supervises Zone 2, 3 and 4. Serves as MRI safety officer.
- Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Assumes responsibility for American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation.
- Oversees quality control duties and maintenance of quality control.
- Works closely with other modalities and departments
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI (required)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Education
Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (required)
2 year' experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
