Lead MRI Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic - Main Campus

Texas Health Institute; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 149,001,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k plan

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking a skilled MRI technologist to perform diagnostic MRI studies and lead a small team. You will ensure high image quality, safety, and compliance with policies while supporting radiologists with accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes QC, equipment checks, and mentoring; ARRT-MR certification and several years of MRI experience are preferred. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ARRT-MR or equivalent MR credentials required or in progress.
• Minimum 3–5 years MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams following department protocols.
• Participate in routine QC and equipment maintenance.
• Document study details for radiologist review and ensure image quality.
• Adhere to MRI safety policies and patient care standards.
• Provide training and guidance to MR technologists as lead technologist.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ARRT-MR Certification

3-5 years MRI experience

Tools

PACS system

RIS system

3T MRI hardware

Job description

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• 30% Performs diagnostic MRI exams according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Medical Imaging department. Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of MRI images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting final product. Understands age related communication needs of patients and can effectively convey instructions to patients to facilitate the performance of MRI studies
• 15% Participates in Technical Quality Control measures, which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances in equipment performance to the Medical Imaging Department Supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor's absence. Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning and QC logs as applicable
• 10% Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist's review, atypical conditions, which could affect image quality and/or content. Understands PACS system and can identify problems with image transmission as they occur and notify Medical Imaging Supervisor or Medical Imaging Manager when corrective actions are beyond the scope of the technologist
• 15% Conscious of MRI safety measures and demonstrates competence in the selection and use of appropriate imaging coils for MRI and selects appropriate scanning parameters to maximize patient safety in MRI as is age and anatomically appropriate for the patient. Utilizes sterile technique when necessary and maintains competency in venipuncture technique as it applies to administration of IV contrast
• 5% Participates in formal and in-service training programs of Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, department specific in services, and any applicable site-specific training. Maintains current applicable licenses and/or certifications and complies with continuing education requirements necessary to maintain same. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by the supervisor to perform those duties
• 5% Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations. Communicates readily and well with Supervisor, Manager, and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback. Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving factual information. Capable of dealing effectively with other clinic departments, physicians, and staff. Uses the Mission, and Values as a guideline for all communications, verbal, written, or electronic
• 15% Gives input to Medical Imaging Supervisor concerning room and staff schedules. Provides comments and observations regarding team members' performance, conduct, and skills to the Supervisor during annual performance evaluations. Functions as the team leader and as such, serve as the primary resource for other MR technologists for matters related to complex imaging questions, RIS issues and PACS issues. Actively works to create a team environment and seeks opportunities to enhance team development
• 5% Participated in the selection of candidates for vacant MRI positions and upon hire will provide the primary technical training and orientation to MR scanning protocols and processes. Provide training feedback to the Medical Imaging Supervisor

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a program approved by the credentialing body for the required associated license(s)
• ARRT-MR - Radiologic Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT) - For no experience OR
• ARMRIT - Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist - For no experience OR
• CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - For no experience AND
• ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) - For 6+ months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience OR
• ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT) - For 6+ months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience OR
• ARRT-SON - Radiologic Technologist - Sonography (ARRT) - For 6+ months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience OR
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) - For 6+ months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience
• RDMS certified as an Ultrasound Technologist OR
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) - For 6+ months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience
• BLS certification through American Heart Association
• 5+ years of experience in MRI or 3+ years of KSC MRI experience
• Ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition, venipuncture
• Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare Related degree
• RT(R)(MR)(CT)
• Experience performing MRA, Prostate and Breast imaging
• Experience on a high field 3T magnet
• PACS and RIS experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft word and Excel
• Bi-lingual or multi-lingual

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29 - $52 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.