MRI Team Lead Technologist — Expert Imaging

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentives & recognition

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, invites you to join one of the nation's leading health care organizations with 40+ Houston locations. As an MRI technologist, you will perform diagnostic MRI exams, apply safety practices, and support RIS/PACS workflows.

The role emphasizes team leadership, training, and quality control, with eligibility for ARRT/RDMS or equivalent licenses. Pay ranges $29-$52/hour, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a program approved by the credentialing body for the required license(s).
• ARRT-MR - Radiologic Technologist - MR license (or equivalent).
• ARMRIT / ARRT-R or RDMS/RDMS-Sonography credentials preferred.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI exams following department policies and protocols.
• Participate in routine quality control and report equipment variances.
• Accurately document findings in RIS and ensure proper PACS transmission.
• Maintain MRI safety, select appropriate coils and imaging parameters.
• Lead team training, provide feedback, and support scheduling and staffing.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

MRI safety

PACS / RIS knowledge

Patient interaction

Education

ARRT-MR certification

RDMS / ARDMS certification

BLS certification

State radiologic licensure

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, invites you to join one of the nation's leading health care organizations with 40+ Houston locations. As an MRI technologist, you will perform diagnostic MRI exams, apply safety practices, and support RIS/PACS workflows.

The role emphasizes team leadership, training, and quality control, with eligibility for ARRT/RDMS or equivalent licenses. Pay ranges $29-$52/hour, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.