Medical Image Annotation Technician

Intuitive; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical seeks a Medical Image Annotation Technician to support Ion’s Machine Learning Engineering team. You will work with CT, MRI, ultrasound, and bronchoscopy images to create high-quality ground truth datasets for imaging algorithms, using manual and semi-automated segmentation tools, with strong attention to detail.

You will follow SOPs, conduct self-reviews, and document workflows while collaborating with engineers and clinicians to refine guidelines, ensuring consistency and

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, consistent output.
• Ability to follow structured workflows and repeat processes at scale.
• Solid communication and documentation skills.
• Comfort working extensively with software tools and computer-based tasks.
• Reliable, disciplined work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated segmentation of anatomical structures in medical images.
• Follow SOPs to ensure consistent, high-quality annotations.
• Conduct self-review and quality checks on completed work.
• Document workflows, issues, and edge cases clearly.
• Collaborate with engineers and clinical experts to refine annotation guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow structured workflows

Documentation

Communication

Software tools experience

Tools

3D Slicer

ITK-SNAP

OsiriX

Job description

Company Description

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at

Company Description

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

We are seeking a Medical Image Annotation Technician to support Ion’s Machine Learning Engineering team. In this role, you will work with CT, MRI, ultrasound, and bronchoscopy images to support the development of state-of-the‑art image‑guided robotic systems. You will create high‑quality ground truth datasets for medical imaging algorithms using manual and semi‑automated segmentation tools. This role requires strong attention to detail, and a focus on accuracy and consistency.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform manual and semi‑automated segmentation of anatomical structures in medical images
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent, high‑quality annotations
• Conduct self‑review and quality checks on completed work
• Document workflows, issues, and edge cases clearly
• Collaborate with engineers and clinical experts to refine annotation guidelines

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

To Qualify For This Position, You Must Have

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality, consistent output
• Ability to follow structured workflows and repeat processes at scale
• Solid communication and documentation skills
• Comfort working extensively with software tools and computer‑based tasks
• Reliable, disciplined work ethic

Preferred Skills And Experience

Ideally, a candidate would also have:

• Fluency in Spanish and English preferred but not required
• Experience with medical imaging software (e.g., 3D Slicer, ITK‑SNAP, OsiriX, etc.)
• Basic understanding of human anatomy
• Familiarity with DICOM data and imaging concepts
• Prior experience in data annotation, QA, or regulated environments

Additional Information

Intuitive es un empleador que brinda igualdad de oportunidades de empleo. Proporcionamos igualdad de oportunidades de empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados cualificados, y prohibimos cualquier tipo de discriminación y acoso, independientemente de su raza, sexo, condición de embarazo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, origen nacional, color, edad, religión, condición de veterano protegido o de discapacidad, información genética o cualquier otra condición protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales aplicables.

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