MRI Technologist, Team Lead, Outpatient

Outpatient Imaging Affiliates; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Outpatient Imaging Affiliates in Charlottesville, Virginia is seeking a motivated MRI Team Lead to oversee daily operations and support the MRI imaging team. This leadership role requires expertise in MRI, staff coordination, and a commitment to quality patient care.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as an MRI Technologist and an associate’s degree in Radiology. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with medical professionals for optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as an MRI Technologist.
• Registered with ARRT or ARMIT.
• MR advanced registration required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily MRI department operations.
• Ensure compliance with MRI safety standards.
• Collaborate with radiologists to optimize patient care.
• Perform MRI procedures while maintaining patient comfort.

Skills

MRI knowledge

Communication skills

Staff coordination

Patient care excellence

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiology

Job description

UVA Imaging is seeking an experienced and motivated MRI Team Lead to oversee daily MRI operations and support a high-performing imaging team in Charlottesville, Virginia. This leadership role combines clinical expertise, staff coordination, patient care excellence, and operational oversight to ensure efficient and high-quality MRI services.

There are 4 outpatient imaging centers located in Charlottesville, VA.

Position Summary

The MRI Team Lead is responsible for supervising day‑to‑day MRI department workflow, supporting technologists, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborating with radiologists and physicians. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with advanced MRI knowledge and a commitment to patient‑centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily MRI department operations during day shift hours
• Lead MRI technologists and support staff to maintain workflow efficiency
• Ensure compliance with MRI safety standards, accreditation requirements, and departmental policies
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, training, onboarding, and performance support
• Perform high‑quality MRI procedures while maintaining patient comfort and safety
• Troubleshoot equipment and workflow issues in collaboration with service vendors and leadership
• Monitor image quality and ensure adherence to established protocols
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and patient satisfaction goals
• Collaborate with radiologists, nursing staff, and referring providers to optimize patient care

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years as an MRI Technologist.

Education: Minimum associate’s degree in Radiology or graduation from an accredited two‑year radiology program.

License/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMIT), and maintain current valid registration. MR advanced registration through ARRT or ARMIT is required upon hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.