MRI Technologist- FT UNC Chatham

akumincorp; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 56,481 - 73,012; Full time

Job summary

Akumin Operating Corp. in North Carolina seeks an experienced MRI Technologist to provide scanning coverage and support field teams in a mobile imaging healthcare environment. The role emphasizes patient satisfaction and high-quality imaging across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include patient pre-screening, safety procedures, collaboration with radiologists, and travel within the region. ARRT/MR certification and CPR are required, with the ability to work at several locations.

Qualifications

• In-depth MRI experience in high-pressure environments with patient satisfaction focus.
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization and adapt to new sites.
• Valid ARRT or ARMRIT or equivalent certification per contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide MRI coverage and high-quality diagnostic images at customer sites.
• Assist in pre-screening patients and maintaining safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot scanners and peripherals, coach staff, and support sales during startup activities.
• Travel to multiple locations within the region as required.

Skills

MRI procedures

Customer service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT MR certification

State license

CPR certification

Tools

PACS

MRI software

Job description

Regional resource responsible for providing scanning coverage and supporting Team Members in the field with MRI training and troubleshooting. Experienced technologist working in mobile imaging healthcare environment with regular patient satisfaction improvement surveys. Once internal milestones are met, position will include performing Clinical Competencies and Team Member evaluations, and scanning coverage in various locations/states throughout the region.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide scanning coverage for Manager Operations; produce high quality diagnostic images when working at a dedicated customer site as needed. Responsible for Patient Safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection techniques, etc.
• Partners with local ADDs (Account Development Directors) to effectively communicate with physician groups and Radiology/Clinic Directors, and Radiologists on MRI software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach, and peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, coils, etc.
• Assists Sales team with start-ups and new business as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Experienced MRI Technologist with 3+ years’ experience in MRI procedures and studies working in high-pressure/high visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and adapt to new environments quickly.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• ARRT(R) or ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT.
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
• Local travel may be required 90% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to radioactive isotopes, ionizing radiation, and a strong magnetic field,radiation, 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).

The final compensation offer is determined by several factors, including internal equity, experience, education, training, specialty, location, licensing, and business needs. The listed pay range is not a guarantee of a specific wage.

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $53.29 per hour based on direct and relevant experience.

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.