MRI Lead Technologist

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Dallas, Newton, Trenton (TX, MA, NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to assist in operational oversight and improve clinical operations. This role involves training and mentoring staff, ensuring high-quality imaging, and acting as a liaison between clinical staff and management. With a focus on delivering exemplary patient care, you will be integral in coordinating clinical activities and supporting students in their training. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance patient outcomes and foster a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of MRI Tech experience with diverse patient populations.
• Leadership experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operational oversight and quality improvement.
• Coordinate clinical activities for students and staff.
• Ensure high-quality diagnostic images for accurate patient diagnosis.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Independence

Guiding and teaching

Business acumen

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences

Tools

Radiologic Technologist License

ARRT Certification

MRI Certification

Job description

Summary
Assists the manager with operational oversight, improvement of clinical operations, and staff supervision. Functions include training, mentoring, and evaluating clinical staff, overseeing coordination of clinical activities for students, coordination of patient care and flow, telephone triage, medical information management, and clinical support for the physician. Also performs the duties of a clinical staff member and serves as a role model and resource person for staff in the department. This position acts as a liaison between the clinical staff, managers, and physicians.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Assist management with operational oversight, quality improvement, operational flow, performance measurement, and implementation of new practices
-Assist in providing guidance to staff, staff scheduling, triage duties, and is a resource to staff
-Oversees the coordination of clinical activities for students to ensure they are meeting core curriculum requirements

-Assures high quality images are submitted by technologists to ensure optimal diagnostic information is available to physicians for accurate and complete patient diagnosis
-Demonstrates positive customer service focus by delivering exemplary personal patient contact while executing radiology clinical duties
-Acts as a liaison between clinical staff, managers, and physicians
-Provides quality all levels of MRI diagnostic procedures

Education
Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required or Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Radiologic Technologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Magnetic Resonance Imaging [ARRT-MR] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred Magnetic Resonance Tech [MRI - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred

Experience
MRI Tech experience with multiple patient populations 3-5 years required leadership experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
- Good business acumen skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.