MRI - Modality Technical Specialist

Trinity Health•Maywood, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Loyola Medicine as an MRI Modality Technical Specialist and play a key role in advancing imaging quality, protocols, and clinical excellence. In this role and under the direction of the MRI Manager in collaboration with the MRI Medical director, the Modality Technical Specialist functions as the MRI technical "subject matter expert". This position is charged with the development & implementation of all clinical imaging protocols for all scanners within the region Burr Ridge, Oakbrook Terrace, Gottlieb Medical Hospital, McNeal Hospital, Tinley Park and main campus LUMC and LUMOC. Must have in-depth knowledge of MRI parameters manipulation and troubleshooting. In addition, this person performs technical procedures, applying magnetic resonance techniques that require independent judgement, ingenuity. and initiative in order to provide the physician with the highest quality of diagnostic information. The MRI Modality Technical Specialist also acts as the chief educator-clinical instructor/super trainer for all staff and students. MRI Technical Specialist works in collaboration with MRI Physicist to oversee all MRI research projects, directs quality for the modality, and serves as a liaison between the equipment vendor, physicians, & staff. Performs IQR and ACR accreditation. Ability to grow and manage MRI programs with various Radiology schools.

Requirements

Associate degree
Specific Degree(s): Radiologic Technology; MRI Technologist
3-5 years of previous job-related experience
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.
Demonstrates proficient to expert knowledge of MRI imaging equipment, techniques, procedures, and inventory
Presents a positive attitude and a professional appearance to exemplify the profession and represent the department
Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to change and anticipate interruption
Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and performance improvements throughout the hospital(s) to promote and support efficient, high quality, and cost-effective patient care.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Tech
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Quality Management Certification (ARRT)

Responsibilities

Functions as the MRI technical "subject matter expert".
Development & implementation of all clinical imaging protocols for all scanners within the region.
Performs technical procedures, applying magnetic resonance techniques that require independent judgement, ingenuity. and initiative.
Acts as the chief educator-clinical instructor/super trainer for all staff and students.
Works in collaboration with MRI Physicist to oversee all MRI research projects.
Directs quality for the modality.
Serves as a liaison between the equipment vendor, physicians, & staff.
Performs IQR and ACR accreditation.
Ability to grow and manage MRI programs with various Radiology schools.