MRI Technologist- FT UNC Chatham

Akumin; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist to provide scanning coverage and support the team in various locations across the United States. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of MRI experience, ensuring patient safety, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities include producing high-quality diagnostic images, assisting with sales initiatives, and conducting evaluations. Local travel may be required 90% of the time, making strong organizational and customer service skills essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in MRI procedures.
• Able to work in high-pressure and high-visibility environments.
• CPR certification and valid state driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage for Manager Operations.
• Ensure patient safety through pre-screening and infection control.
• Troubleshoot scanner and coaching for team members.
• Assist Sales team with start-ups and new business.

Skills

MRI procedures and studies

Patient safety and pre-screening

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MRI scanner and related equipment

Computer applications and programs

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Partner 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.).
• Assist Sales team with start-ups and new business as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements / Qualifications

• 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).