Supervisor, Imaging, MRI, Inpatient

MRI Technologist

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Job Location: 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 500254 Imaging Sciences-MRI

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URCA 217 H

Compensation Range: $43.85 - $59.20

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Participates in the management of the technical, administrative, quality, and personnel management functions of the imaging section. Provides general supervision and technical support to the Imaging section. Functions at the highest level of a staff technologist as needed.

Essential Functions

• Provides direction to Imaging technical and support staff to ensure smooth and compliant operation of assigned area. Works closely and in concert with IS Nursing, Clerical, IT, Faculty, and staff to achieve maximum productivity with efficient and safe patient throughput while maintaining optimal customer and patient/family satisfaction. Keeps abreast of new developments within MRI as well as imaging sciences in general. Acts as a subject matter expert in downtime procedures and acts as super-user when new equipment or programs are introduced to the department.
• Oversees daily operations with accountability for the professional conduct and technical performance of personnel. Counsels and directs personnel as needed.
• Serves as a clinical consultant to MRI staff, providing real-time guidance to ensure high-quality imaging and patient safety guidelines are met.
• Adjusts equipment and determines proper imaging techniques in order to produce images of the highest quality. Reviews data for accuracy, troubleshoots problems as well as discrepancies and reports to all vested parties.
• Assists in assignment scheduling of personnel. Assists in timekeeping and payroll functions. Participates in the interview and performance review process.
• Escalates and responds to patient care concern. Reports issues to senior leadership as appropriate.
• Manages inventory and compliance of all MRI equipment. Completes the daily calibration of imaging equipment as guided by manufacturers and Joint Commission standards.
• Participates in appropriate meetings and committees, participates in preparing their department for regulatory surveys, and encourages staff education to improve the quality of care delivered in Imaging Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Satisfactory completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and 4 years of work experience within the field of Imaging Sciences with at least 2 years dedicated to MRI required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Maintains current NYS Licensure upon hire required and
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification with CE credits as required upon hire required

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