Chief MR Technologist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(75-80%) Patient Imaging

• Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
• Explains and prepares patients for MRI procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
• Performs routine and advanced MRI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
• Adjusts MRI scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
• Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
• Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers
• Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
• Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
• Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
• Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines

(15-20%) Team Management

• Coordinates the training and onboarding of new associates
• Assists in the hiring process for new associates
• Leads regular team meetings and associate one-on-ones, ensuring cross-modality or cross-center communication
• Monitors and approves timecards
• Initiates and participates in performance reviews, development, and performance management of associates
• Manages associate schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate coverage
• Evaluates workflow and implements process improvements for the team
• Ensures team has knowledge of company and department policies and corresponding procedures are in place
• Supports associates ensuring highest level of patient satisfaction
• Leads special projects and/or committees, as assigned
• Develops methods for measuring and monitoring team and department performance

Required:

• ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
• 5+ years imaging experience, with demonstrated ability to serve as a resource to others and identify and implement process improvement opportunities
• Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform advanced MRI procedures independently with highest quality
• Certification in imaging specialty
  

Preferred:

• Bilingual
• Works in multiple modalities and/or has multi-modality certifications
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience