MRI Technologist Lead

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Houston is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist Lead to oversee high-quality MRI examinations and patient safety. You will supervise the MRI section staff, coordinate clinical operations, and ensure compliance with JCAHO/DNV and other regulations.

You will perform and supervise MRI procedures, manage image quality control, and collaborate with management to meet department goals while delivering a reassuring patient experience in a busy radiology department.

Qualifications

• Certificate from accredited MRI program and ARRT MR registration required.
• State of Texas MRT registration upon hire.
• Three years MRI experience required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily MRI section operations and safety.
• Supervise section leads and staff coordinating clinical operations.
• Review and revise department policies for regulatory compliance.
• Assist with MRI procedures, image quality control, and patient transport.
• Collaborate with management to achieve department goals.

Skills

MRI leadership

MRI procedures

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

ARRT MR certification

ARRT Radiography

Texas MRT license

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an MRI Technologist Lead, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions. Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images. To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.

• Performs all Functions of an MRI Technologist position.
• Responsible for the daily supervision, coordination, safety, technical, and quality aspects of the Radiology MRI section.
• Provides direction of section Leads and staff on coordinating clinical and technical operations in the MRI Department of Radiology, in accordance with institutional, and state and federal standards.
• Assists in reviewing and revising department policies and procedures to ensure continuity in compliance with JCAHO/DNV and other regulatory requirements
• Works with the management on achieving department goals and objectives; promotes teamwork between staff.
• Supervises, Performs and/or Assists with the performance of MRI procedures, the processing and quality control of images, transportation and coordination of patients and related duties of technologists and ancillary personnel.

Job Requirements

Required

• Certificate from accredited MRI program and Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ‑ ARRT (MR), upon hire or
• Registered by the American Registry of RadiologicTechnologists ‑ ARRT (R)(MR); must maintain currentand certified by State of Texas ‑ MRT, upon hire and
• Three (3) years of MRI experience, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire or
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, upon hire

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Where You'll Work

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an 1,045 bed facility located in the Texas medical center. A joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor St. Luke’s is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. The hospital is home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, a nationally-accredited and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education.