MRI Technologist II – Cardiac & Advanced Protocols (Incentive)

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill is seeking an MRI Technologist II to provide expert MR protocol development, safety oversight, and high-quality imaging. You will assist radiologists and cardiologists, monitor protocols, and ensure optimal patient care.

The role includes MR imaging for cardiac and general MRI, coordinating with staff, triaging anesthesia for complex cases, and maintaining competency with continuing education. This is a full-time onsite role with a weekend schedule.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with an advanced registry in Magnetic Resonance.
• Requires ARRT MR registry and Advanced MR certification; ongoing CEUS annually.

Responsibilities

• Acts as subject-matter expert for MR protocols, policy development, and quality monitoring.
• Assists radiologists/cardiologists in complex MR imaging and technique optimization.
• Evaluates contraindications and coordinates patient care with care teams.
• Manages MR scan parameters, 3D reconstructions, and post-processing analyses.
• Triages anesthesia and pediatric sedation for MR exams and ensures safety.
• Obtains and prepares images per protocols; oversees IV contrast administration.
• Maintains competency in MR physics and equipment, and educates MR Tech Level I staff.
• Ensures documentation of imaging findings and any complications affecting quality.

Skills

MR protocol expertise

MR safety knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered MR Technologist with Advanced MR registry

Job description

UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill is seeking an MRI Technologist II to provide expert MR protocol development, safety oversight, and high-quality imaging. You will assist radiologists and cardiologists, monitor protocols, and ensure optimal patient care.

The role includes MR imaging for cardiac and general MRI, coordinating with staff, triaging anesthesia for complex cases, and maintaining competency with continuing education. This is a full-time onsite role with a weekend schedule.