Radiology Technologist-MRI Trainee

Boys Town; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha seeks a trainee MRI imaging assistant to support researchers. You will gain hands-on experience in MRI research operations, ensuring image quality and adherence to safety protocols.

Training covers 3T Siemens Prisma MRI operation, image handling, and collaboration with radiology staff and investigators. This role emphasizes patient safety, protocol compliance, and progressive skill development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT in Radiography and Nebraska licensure required.
• CPR certified required.
• CITI certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in capturing, processing, and managing MRI images.
• Trains to operate a 3T Siemens Prisma MRI for research scans.
• Maintain safe MRI environment and ensure patient safety.
• Document procedures and save/upload images per protocols.
• Escort research participants to radiology and prepare for the exam.
• Assist with clerical tasks and data entry for upcoming shifts.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Patient communication

PACS operation

Data entry

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Radiography certification

Nebraska licensure

CPR certification

CITI certification within 30 days

Tools

PACS

PowerShare

Job description

Receives hands-on, on-the-job training in MRI research and advanced imaging technologies under direct supervision. Assists with research imaging procedures, support study protocols, ensure patient safety, and maintains image quality and regulatory compliance. Provides progressive training to develop competency in MRI research operations and other emerging imaging technologies.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Assists in capturing, processing, and managing images.
• Trains to operate a 3T Siemens Prisma MRI primarily performing research scans.
• Trains to perform quality MRI exams, to acquire appropriate images per research protocols and accurate diagnostic information for interpretation by a radiologist and investigators.
• Maintains a safe MRI environment for research subjects and personnel.
• Performs safety screening prior to all exams both verbally and interactively.
• Documents all procedures and saves/uploads all images per relevant research and clinical protocols.
• Collects information for possible safety concerns.
• Trains to perform fMRI scans dedicated to research
• Escorts research participants to and from radiology and prepares research participant for the exam.
• Stocks rooms with supplies and linen.
• Works in radiology PACS to send images to other hospitals.
• Sends images to other facilities via PowerShare.
• Assists Technologist to position, transfer and properly immobilize research participants as required.
• Assists Technologist with room preparation and table set-up.
• Assists with cleaning and turning over the radiology rooms before and after use.
• Acts as liaison between check-in, scheduling and registration and the imaging department.
• Burns CDs at Technologist request.
• Assists with clerical tasks for the following days' work.
• Faxes MRI reports to outside facilities as needed and monitors incoming faxes.
• Adheres to MRI safety standards and requirements.
• Provides care and education according to the research participant population served.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Effective communication, critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and instruct patients of all age groups served at BTNRH.
• Ability to operate PACS.
• Ability to use a personal computer and perform data entry.
• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work independently and also as a team with fellow MRI Technologists, Research Assistants, and Investigators.
• Strong attention to detail, observing patients and participants for movement while scanning, and consistent execution across all research scanning protocols

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an AMA approved, accredited School of Radiologic Technology or Education in Radiologic Technology from an approved program of the U.S. Military required.
• ARRT in Radiography and Nebraska licensure required.
• CPR certified required.
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of two years' experience as a radiology technologist preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

ROLE MODEL:

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Sedentary to medium work, occasionally having to exert up to 50 pounds of force. Subject to inside environmental conditions, such as in typical office work. Frequently subject to chemical exposure and occasionally subject to fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.