Tech, Lead MRI

Three Crosses Regional; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Crosses Regional Hospital is seeking a Lead MRI Technologist to oversee daily MRI operations and ensure high-quality imaging in a patient-centered environment.

Under Radiology leadership, you will manage staffing, scheduling, maintenance, and quality control, while supporting orientation and hiring. ARRT MR, NM MIRTP licensure, and BLS CPR are required, with 2-3 years MRI experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT MR registered
• NM MIRTP Licensure current
• 2-3 years MRI experience
• BLS CPR current

Responsibilities

• Assist with oversight of MRI staff and PACS workflow.
• Manage daily MRI exam scheduling and staff workload.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and quality control.
• Assist with hiring and orientation of staff.
• Ensure department compliance with policies and regulations.
• Coordinate with Radiology Director and Radiologist on process improvements.

Skills

MRI

Staff leadership

Scheduling

Quality control

Education

ARRT MR registration

NM MIRTP Licensure

BLS Certification

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

If you're looking for a place to call home and grow, Three Crosses Regional Hospital is looking for you! We are looking for a Lead MRI Technologist that is committed to clinical excellence and building a patient-centered culture.

Three Crosses Regional Hospital is an advanced independent healthcare organization led by a local team of professionals dedicated to high quality patient care and being the first choice of patients and providers in the communities we serve.

We are dedicated to hiring team members that will adapt to our culture, pride themselves in professionalism, integrity, transparency, two-way communication, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients and staff.

At the administrative direction of the Radiology Director and the clinical direction of the Radiologist, assumes responsibility for the daily operations of the MRI department. These include, but are not limited to, all staffing schedules, patient exam schedules, maintenance, and quality control for imaging equipment. Maintains adequate supplies, addresses the physical environment and cleanliness for the area. Assists with department orientation/training of staff and gives input into annual evaluations. Assist with Interviewing potential staff members. Assists director with process improvement indicators and data collection, ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies. Performs real-time patient complaint management; along with communication and/or escalation to the Director. Provides open communication with the Directors or Nursing Supervisor in the absence of the director. Acts as the point person for PACS, verifying that there are no outstanding reports and troubleshooting issues within the PACS workflow. Must be flexible with work schedule. Independently performs two or more imaging modalities.

The incumbent will carry-out her/his duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acts in the best interest of Three Crosses Regional Hospital, and fully supports the mission, vision, and values of Three Crosses Regional Hospital. The incumbent will have knowledge of health care systems, and have demonstrated ability to interact, relate to, work with, and support the activities of a diverse workforce.

PrimaryResponsibilities

• Assists Director with oversight of staff in operation of imaging equipment and picture archiving and communication systems (PACS). Evaluates accuracy and quality of images and provides technical assistance.
• Provides daily assignment of staff and monitors workload to adjust staffing and/or workload appropriately.
• Assists with hiring and oversees orientation of staff.
• Schedules staff to achieve productivity on goals and conform to established protocols and procedures.
• Oversee procedural flow of department to assure timely performance.
• Ensures hospital policies and procedures are consistently implemented and followed by employees.
• Sets clear performance and behavioral expectations and objectives and holds direct reports accountable for meeting those expectations and objectives.
• Attend staff meetings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Required: 2-3 years MRI related experience.
• Required: Possess a level of clinical expertise and competency in cross-sectional anatomy.
• Required: Must be ARRT (MR) registered
• Required: Active NM MIRTP Licensure (Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy Program)
• Required: Current BLS (CPR)

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law”.