MRI Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Specialist

WVU Medicine

98d

About The Position

Works with the Cardiac Imaging team to coordinate care for cardiac MRI patients. Monitor image quality and work closely with physicians and technologists to develop, maintain, and ensure proper application of all image acquisition and post-processing protocols. Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate educational programs related to cardiac imaging and assist with research projects to improve the knowledge and practice of providers and staff in relation to cardiac imaging. Assist in establishing partnerships with community and regional healthcare providers to develop improved cardiac imaging care processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Arts (BA) college degree or equivalent clinical degree.
• MRI Certification through ARRT or ARMRIT.
• West Virginia State Licensure as an MRI Tech, or applicable state licensure where services will be performed.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Five (5) years of experience in Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Cardiovascular MR department’s quality assurance.
• Provide and facilitate feedback to the department lead/supervisor and techs as necessary and conducting quality meetings.
• Optimize image quality and implement standardized protocols by partnering with physicians, Physicists, local tech staff, and vendors.
• Support and troubleshoot examination issues at the main campus, satellite, and/or any outreach location(s). It may require travel.
• Assist departments in obtaining or maintaining accreditation through ACR or The Joint Commission.
• Design, create and implement training programs.
• Provide a sustainable structure to provide ongoing training and education at all sites.
• Train staff directly and/or through training the trainer on proper protocol usage, patient positioning, acquiring complete studies, and the importance of obtaining full information and images on patients with complex pathologies.
• Develop methods of auditing and tracking protocol adherence.
• Collaborate in Multidisciplinary Research.

What This Job Offers

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