Mri Catheterization Technologist

(ID: 2026-3792)

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research biomedical informatics and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science software engineering and program management we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Axle is seeking a MRI Catheterization Technologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) located in Bethesda MD.

Benefits We Offer:

• 100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

Axle is seeking an MRI Catheterization Technologist to join our team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) in Bethesda Maryland.

The MRI Catheterization Technologist will support clinicians in obtaining research data for clinical protocols within NHLBIs Division of Intramural Research. The position will perform hands-on research and imaging activities including interactive real-time scanning to guide MRI catheterization procedures and flow measurements.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of research experiments within the laboratorys overall research program.
• Strictly follow all MRI safety standards and protocols.
• Perform cardiovascular MRI examinations.
• Perform interactive real-time scanning to guide MRI catheterization procedures and flow measurements.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic cardiac MRI and MRI catheterization examinations.
• Perform post-processing of MRI images to measure cardiac function and blood flow.
• Manually segment images and accurately record and report imaging data.
• Assist research staff with interpreting experiments performed by research scientists.
• Collaborate closely with physicians nurses nurse practitioners anesthetists technologists imaging scientists facilities personnel and veterinary staff.
• Assist with investigational X-ray and MRI catheterization procedures involving large mammals.
• Assist with diagnostic and interventional X-ray catheterization procedures.
• Work closely with clinicians to obtain research data for NHLBI clinical protocols.
• Perform post-processing and image analysis of CT X-ray MRI and ultrasound acquisitions for laboratory research.
• Evaluate analyze and interpret research data.
• Communicate research results and methods through reports presentations and manuscripts.
• Provide guidance and assistance with experimental design instrumentation data acquisition data analysis and preparation of publication-quality figures.
• Maintain calibrate and support staff training on scientific instruments and analytical equipment.
• Assist with maintaining adequate space and facilities for current and planned research studies.
• Manage scientific equipment and laboratory resources including acquisition documentation and storage.
• Maintain room cleanliness in accordance with NIH standards.
• Provide advisory services and scientific-research support to senior managers.

Required Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current MRI registration or the ability to obtain MRI registration within the first year of employment
• Experience performing magnetic resonance imaging examinations
• Knowledge of MRI safety standards and patient-preparation procedures
• Experience with medical image acquisition post-processing segmentation analysis and reporting
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams

Technical Skills

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Ultrasound
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
• Bioluminescence imaging
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Data analysis and presentation

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills responsibilities duties and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position job description or responsibilities as needed.

The diversity of Axles employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age race gender religion national origin disability marital status covered veteran status sexual orientation status with respect to public assistance and other characteristics protected under state federal or local law and to deter those who aid abet or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

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This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience qualifications skills and location.

Salary Range

$120000 - $130000 USD

Required Experience:

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