"MRI Technologist"

MRI Technologist

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Location: Main Campus - UCR

Schedule: 8AM - 5PM

Category: Campus Facilities and Support Services

Salary: $118,431 - $118,431

Full/Part Time: Part time

Organization: Research Innovation & Economic Development

Department: Xiaoping Hu

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:

Under close supervision of the Advanced Neuroimaging Director, the MRI Technologist provides senior level support for the operation of state-of-the-art MRI, providing quality imaging expertise and service to researchers conducting research utilizing MRI and to subjects participating in the studies. This role is essential in maintaining the MRI scanner facility and managing all daily operations and administrative functions, including scanner workflow and operation, routine equipment and supply maintenance, scheduling, and assisting with policy and procedure development, operating peripheral equipment for imaging research, archiving imaging data, maintaining quality control of MRI scanner, and creating advanced research imaging protocols.

This per diem role will have irregular, as-needed hours which will include evenings and weekends based on research needs. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work with children and families and experience performing pediatric scanning is necessary for success in this position.

The full salary range for the MRI Technologist is $56.72 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements:

Educational Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine. Required

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 18 months of MRI scanning. Required
• Experience with imaging research. Required
• Experience working effectively with children and families, with an understanding of their unique needs in a healthcare environment. Preferred
• Experience operating MRI equipment in a clinical setting, including availability to work evening, weekend, or after-hours shifts. Preferred
• Experience with pediatric scanning. Preferred

Certification Requirements

• Current registry certification from the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT). Required
• Current MR certificate. Required

Special Conditions

• Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required
• Overtime Required

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as imaging protocols, informed consent and IRB documents and radiology reports.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to skillfully operate an MRI scanner.
• Familiarity with computer systems, including Microsoft Windows and Office (Excel and Word).
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in working in an research environment.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with children and families, with an understanding of their unique needs in a healthcare environment.
• Ability and willingness to work with children to perform pediatric MRI scans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support to Research Operations - 25% - Maintains UCR CAN Facility. Provides quality imaging expertise and service to researchers. Responsible for all administrative tasks relating to research operations including: Assists with development of policies and procedures, screening forms and other documents used at UCR CAN. Maintaining scheduling, work orders, email correspondences, billing and service contracts. Manages all daily operations: schedules, tours, meetings, repairs, routine maintenance and more. Orders all supplies. MRI specific items such as ear plugs, linens, vitamin e tabs, gel, etc. And non-MRI specific items such as paper, cleaning supplies, first aid kit, office supplies, etc. Uses problem solving skills to support scheduling conflicts and safety screening concerns. Maintains busy imaging schedule.
• Subject Care - 15% - Assists with care of the subject and collecting ancillary data needed for research projects. Provides quality care to all subjects having MRI scans. Responsible for handling of subjects, MRI safety screening, injection of contrast agent if needed, and assisting with subject briefing to reduce their anxiety and to obtain subject cooperation and with collecting informed consent from research subject.
• Billing - 10% - Completes billing procedures with appropriate documentation to ensure charges of research exams are received and provides information to ensure such information is complete and accurate.
• Communication, Dissemination and Training - 10% - Effectively communicates with subjects, investigators, and other research team members. Provides training to researchers on basic operation and scanning procedures.
• Safety - 10% - Responsible for developing and performing UCR CAN Safety Training to all users and research assistants. Follows all safety requirements of department and university. Practices safe sterile techniques. Oversees and maintains MRI safety guidelines, IRB subject management and advocacy.
• Documentation - 10% - Responsible for completing all aspects of scanner and research study documentation following established procedures. Maintains a scanner log. Responsible for overall documentation and archiving research data.
• Facility and Equipment Maintenance - 10% - Ensures facility and equipment is properly maintained. Sets up procedure rooms to include equipment and supplies for studies. Responsible for proper operation of imaging and associated equipment peripheral and software. Provides quality control of MRI scanner and other related equipment. Maintains advanced knowledge of procedural supplies and location of supplies. Ensures that procedure rooms are stocked. Ensures that sufficient amounts of radiopharmaceuticals are on hand for daily operations. Operates the MRI and peripheral equipment. Changes air filters on UPS cabinets. Ensure all systems are in good working order for MRI scanner, peripheral research equipment, water supply, HVAC units, Toxgard, and all other related systems.
• Additional Duties - 5% - Perform additional responsibilities as required.
• Professional Development - 5% - Maintains professional growth by participating in educational programs and activities to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Renews license and updates certifications to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a bi-annual basis. Maintains appropriate radiological Tech certification.