Lead MRI Technologist

Charlotte, NC

Full time

2026-7151

The Lead MRI Technologist serves as a clinical expert for the assigned territory and as a primary trainer for new hires. Performs scanning responsibilities.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs clinical scans

• Trains new hires and conducts ongoing reviews on clinical competencies.

• Assists with day to day unit operational issues.

• Works with team and customer on protocol development and review.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT required.

• State license, if applicable required.

• CPR certification required - BLS CPR Certification through the American Heart Association Kaiser only

• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable required.

• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.

• Ability to work at several locations.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

• Local travel may be required.

• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.

• Climb and balance.

• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

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