MRI Technologist Lead
About The Position
The MRI Technologist Lead performs high-quality magnetic resonance imaging examinations to help diagnose medical conditions. The role prepares patients for scans, operates advanced MRI equipment, ensures safety in the magnetic environment, and captures detailed anatomical images. It requires technical proficiency in MRI, careful attention to image quality and safety, and effective communication with patients. The lead also supports daily department operations and coordinates patient flow and staffing. Responsibilities include serving as a resource for MRI protocols and equipment maintenance, training and mentoring staff, developing work schedules, monitoring performance and productivity, providing coaching and feedback, reinforcing MRI safety practices, and identifying staff development needs.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology.
- For the Lead role: one year of work experience in the senior level of the job family, or a combination of experience or education demonstrating the ability to perform the position's duties.
- Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire.
- Medical Radiographer: Washington state credential, upon hire, or Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire.
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and operate MRI equipment according to physician orders, department protocols, and safety standards; verify equipment functionality, select imaging protocols, adjust scan parameters, and process images for optimal quality.
- Prepare patients for MRI procedures by verifying identity, reviewing preparation requirements, completing safety screenings, explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring patient and visitor safety.
- Perform MRI examinations by positioning and immobilizing patients, selecting imaging sequences and scan parameters, evaluating image quality and tissue contrast, and adjusting protocols as needed.
- Provide patient care throughout procedures, respond to emergencies within scope of authority, maintain a clean and safe imaging environment, and maintain equipment and supplies.
- Maintain patient records, examination logs, and required documentation; prepare cases and images for physician interpretation, transfer images to PACS, and ensure records are available for review and archival.
- Support department operations, including patient scheduling and flow, answering phones, maintaining records, ordering and inventorying supplies, and coordinating resources.
- Coordinate patient flow and staffing needs.
- Serve as a resource for MRI protocols and equipment maintenance.
- Train and mentor staff, develop work schedules, monitor performance and productivity, and provide coaching and feedback.
- Reinforce MRI safety practices and identify staff development needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
