MRI Research Technologist

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

2d•$73 - $91

About The Position

The incumbent serves as a Senior MR technologist performing advanced MR research studies in the UCSF Human Imaging Research Core, solving procedural and technical problems as they arise, and assisting the researchers in analyzing and archiving MR image data. The incumbent will be the Senior MR technologist performing imaging studies in the research environment. This includes injections, safe handling and proper disposal of contrast agents possibly including radiopharmaceuticals. The position is responsible for helping to expand successful research programs at the China Basin imaging center and at Byers Hall. This includes outreach to new investigators, planning new studies, and interaction with the clinic scheduling to increase usage of the MR. This requires flexibility and a collaborative work approach. The Department of Radiology is a 24-hour, seven day a week operation providing imaging services for adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients. The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist provides technical knowledge and/or coordinates the delivery of MRI services. Under the direction of a qualified physician, this position will operate a variety of equipment including high field strength magnets and support systems with MRI safety as a priority. The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for patient coordination, acquisition, processing, and archiving of all patient data. This position is responsible for training new staff as well as existing staff on new technologies. The incumbent will maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications, reporting all problems appropriately. Incumbent may be required to oversee provision of MRI services and staffing coverage in absence of the MR Supervisor. The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist is an ARRT licensed technologist who maintains an ARRT sponsored MRI certification and has more than 3 years of MRI experience. The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCSF policies and procedures, Department of Radiology policies and procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations. Incumbent works independently and under general supervision. The technologist must act with initiative and responsibility to achieve maximum radiographic quality. All duties and responsibilities will be performed in a calm manner even in stressful situations. Incumbent will interact with Radiologist, Clinicians, and peers in a cooperative, harmonious manner for maximum effectiveness. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions deemed by Department of Radiology. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $73.07 - $90.87 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Requirements

Graduate of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school
Minimum 3 years’ experience with high field magnetic resonance system
Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts as well as coverage for weekends and holidays
Flexibility to rotate to other sites when necessary
Be able to perform 3 out of the 6 specialty scans Cardiac Imaging Fetal Imaging Whole body Pediatric scans Special procedures ( HIFU/DBS etc.) Pediatric/Adult Anesthesia Breast Imaging
Recent work experience in an acute care setting
CRT Licensure
MRSO
ARRT approved MRI Certification
BLS (CPR) Certification
Venipuncture Certification

Responsibilities

Performing advanced MR research studies
Solving procedural and technical problems
Assisting researchers in analyzing and archiving MR image data
Performing imaging studies in the research environment, including injections and handling contrast agents
Expanding research programs
Outreach to new investigators
Planning new studies
Interacting with clinic scheduling
Providing technical knowledge and coordinating MRI services
Operating equipment including high field strength magnets
Patient coordination
Acquisition, processing, and archiving of patient data
Training new and existing staff
Maintaining and operating equipment
Overseeing MRI services and staffing coverage
Complying with department protocols and UCSF policies
Acting with initiative and responsibility
Interacting with Radiologists, Clinicians, and peers