Lead MRI Technologist

Akumin®; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin Lead MRI Technologist is sought to act as a clinical expert for the assigned territory and to train new hires. You will perform MRI scans and support protocol development while ensuring patient safety and care quality.

The role requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification, state licensure as applicable, and at least 3 years of technologist experience; travel to multiple locations may be required, with emphasis on teamwork and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.
• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• State license, if applicable, required.
• ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification as allowable.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical MRI scans.
• Trains new hires and conducts ongoing reviews of competencies.
• Assists with day-to-day unit operations.
• Collaborates on protocol development and review with team and customers.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification

State license

CPR (BLS) certification

Job description

The Lead MRI Technologist serves as a clinical expert for the assigned territory and as a primary trainer for new hires. Performs scanning responsibilities.

Specific Duties

• Performs clinical scans
• Trains new hires and conducts ongoing reviews on clinical competencies.
• Assists with day to day unit operational issues.
• Works with team and customer on protocol development and review.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT required.
• State license, if applicable required.
• CPR certification required - BLS CPR Certification through the American Heart Association Kaiser only.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable required.
• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Climb and balance.
• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.