Lead MRI Tech - Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

Lead MRI Tech - Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

Eligible for up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager of MRI, Medical Director MRI under established policies and procedures, is responsible for the performance of MR procedures requiring the use of more difficult techniques. Functions as a lead resource person, provides technical guidance, instructions, and supervision to the technologists. Assists in interpreting, communicating, and administering policies and procedures. Work is performed at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Instructs Radiology students and / or employees in the clinical procedures used. Performs clerical and / or administrative functions necessary to the efficient operation and for patient records.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Responsibilities

• Utilize experienced-based knowledge with little technical supervision to perform all duties of an MRI Technologist in routine and complex imaging procedures.
• Provide clinical experience for Radiology Technology students, instructing and guiding students through imaging procedures in the area of responsibility.
• Provide on-the-job instruction to employees in clinical procedures in the area of responsibility; may participate in formal, in-service educational classes.
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as inventory and ordering supplies; compiling statistics; checking equipment for proper operating condition and reporting need for repair.
• Understand and practice principles of safety with regards to strong magnetic fields as those generated by MRI systems per RIH MRI MAGNETIC FIELD SAFETY GUIDELINES.
• Assume charge responsibility in the absence of MRI Manager.
• Direct the work of others in assigning, coordinating and reviewing their work; provide input and perform performance appraisals, competency evaluations, QA reviews, corrective action or other personnel actions for employees regularly assigned to the area.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

One-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital radiology department, plus one year specialized training in the operation of the MRI unit.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Individual has prior experience working in a healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians' offices or ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use safety equipment and protective clothing.

Individual will have exposure to high magnetic fields. Applicant cannot have any physical condition that would be aggravated by magnetic fields, acoustic noise, and occasional RF exposure.

Ability to utilize and obtain basic vital signs (i.e. blood pressure, heart rate, pulse ox).

Able to competently insert & remove IVs for contrast administration. Ability to learn to administer IM injections per radiologist instructions.

May be in contact with patients with communicable diseases.

Ability to hear verbal direct request from physicians, patients, etc.

Ability to crouch, reach and lift to allow appropriate manipulation, positioning and placement of MR coils and ancillary equipment.

Ability to see for appropriate visualization in the MRI environment.

Ability to lift and move patients to and from scanner table, transport patients in wheelchairs and / or stretchers.

Pay Range

$44.90-$74.10

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

Full-time

Work Shift

Evening, 11a-11 : 30p, Tuesday Thursday Friday; no weekends

Daily Hours 8 hours, Driving Required No

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