MRI Technologist Senior

1w1 week ago

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh, US · Full-time · $80,000 – $100,000

About this role

This position performs prescribed MRI imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative. Provides support and coordination of staff and area functions, and may serve as a physician liaison.

Performs age-specific diagnostic imaging per established protocols as an essential MRI Technologist responsibility. Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, physicians, and other team members. Addresses patient and physician concerns and responds to adverse events or changes in patient status.

Acts as a day-to-day mentor and resource for staff within the department. Orients and trains new staff and students. Covers chief tech duties as assigned.

Performs quality assurance activities, quality control, and regulatory testing preparation. Demonstrates proficiency in specialty exams and edits MRI scanner protocols. Participates in standardization activities and process improvement initiatives with system-level workgroups.

Requirements

Associate degree in healthcare or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
2 years in MRI experience
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) certification from ARRT or ARMRIT
CPR from American Heart Association
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Responsibilities

Performs prescribed MRI imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision
Performs age-specific diagnostic imaging per established protocols
Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, physicians, and other team members
Acts as a day-to-day mentor and resource for staff and others within the department
Orients and trains new staff and students
Performs and/or trains others relative to quality assurance activities, quality control, and regulatory testing
Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of specialty exams and analyzes data to resolve problems
Participates in standardization activities and process improvement initiatives