Lead MRI Technologist

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a Radiologist, the Team Leader performs MRI exams at a technical level that does not require direct supervision over technical detail. Incumbent uses independent judgment, ingenuity and acquired knowledge to obtain quality diagnostic images. Has a constant awareness of infection control standards, the importance of sterility and an acute awareness of patient care protocols. He/she assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

The Team Leader will guide and supervise MRI Imaging and support staff. The incumbent will coordinate Medical Imaging technical and support staff activities in conjunction with the Medical Imaging Director and Clinical Educator. She/he will consistently demonstrate expert proficiency in working with all patient populations, and will serve as a facility resource for staff and physicians. The incumbent demonstrates leadership skills and is accountable for the quality of patient care, orientation, education and development of the staff. He/she assists with scheduling, office duties, input on budget variances and preparation, payroll, and performs staff evaluations and any necessary corrective action.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelors preferred; graduate of an ARRT approved Radiological Technology School program.
• Registration and certification with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and licensure with the State of Connecticut are required.
• Must remain current with ARRT continuing education requirements and maintain an active ARRT certificate.
• Must have advanced certification from the ARRT in MRI within one year of hire.
• Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.
• On an on-going basis the incumbent must obtain the mandatory number of continued educational units (CEU’s) needed to maintain the currency of state licensure

EXPERIENCE:

• Three to five years Medical Imaging experience required
• Leadership experience desired

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