Lead MRI Technologist

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

105d

About The Position

Join UPMC as a full-time Lead MRI Technologist at UPMC Mercy today! This position offers an opportunity to grow your clinical career while making a direct, meaningful impact on patient care. UPMC Mercy is proud to offer the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Burn Center under one roof, and is ranked #13 in the nation for Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report. The work environment values employee development and well-being, with a focus on patient care and professional growth.

Requirements

• Completion of formal training in MRI-related program accredited by the ARRT or ARMRIT, or CNMT program, or accredited ARDMS program.
• 3 years of MRI experience required.
• Performance review consistent with minimum of Good performance on last performance review required.
• ARRT Certificate OR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
• ARRT MR or ARMRIT certified required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, Act 33, Act 34, Act 73 FBI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performs all job responsibilities of an MRI Technologist Advanced, including maintaining MR and patient safety, preparing and administering contrast, completing procedures, presenting relevant information to physicians, and documenting patient information.
• Assumes the leadership role in the absence of a supervisor.
• Leads orientation and training for new hires, students, and other medical personnel.
• Assists in talent acquisition interviews for recruitment of MRI Technologist candidates and provides feedback for annual performance reviews.
• Responsible for offering remediation with technologists when necessary.
• Assists with quality assurance projects and assists in the development of exam protocols.
• Coordinates daily workflow and schedule of the department while maintaining staffing levels based on, but not limited to, call-offs, vacations, patient volumes, and training needs.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for a 2-year commitment for eligible hires!
• Full-Time Benefits: Includes Health Insurance options, PTO, Retirement, Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, and more!
• Secure, discounted staff parking available within close proximity to the hospital!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees