MRI Technologist Sr

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).

As an MRI Technologist Sr., you will perform and help develop advanced MRI studies on clinical patients and volunteer research subjects to advance Radiology and Translational Research. This individual interacts with imaging staff, nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.

This individual will work hand in hand with multiple physicists, physicians and engineers helping to problem solve and provide highly consistent, high-quality research and clinical imaging. Leads workflow and process improvement opportunities. There is a need to be resourceful and work well with a small team of MRI technologists to advance the facility’s growing landscape. Acts as a resource person for technical, workflow and other issues, and demonstrates competence to report or resolve problems according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols. Operates MRI and related equipment, prepares scan room – equipment, supplies and medications. This individual also maintains images and archives associated with patient data, acts as an Epic Superuser.

Responsibilities:

• Operates all MRI and related equipment to obtain diagnostic images within magnet safety, OSHA, and other guidelines. Studies consistently meet schedule and quality requirements. Exams are performed efficiently, with a minimum of delays between patients, following established protocols. Equipment and exam troubleshooting is done efficiently and reflects aptitude for anatomy, research protocols, and MR physics.
• Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions and other technical issues to the appropriate resources.
• Prepares patients for studies by providing a clear explanation of the procedure and answering patient and/or family questions. Provides appropriate instructions to obtain maximum patient cooperation and optimal image quality. As needed, assists with patient transfers and positioning pre-/ post patient scanning. Assists and thanks patient at conclusion of the exam.
• Completes all requested documentation in a timely and efficient manner. All information is complete and accurate at the time it is returned and requires no follow-up. Serves as a subject matter expert for Epic and helps to create/train efficient and accurate workflows and documentation.
• Identifies opportunities and helps to implement change to improve overall workflow and process improvement to enhance the flow of patients and human subjects while optimizing the overall efficiency of our center’s operations.
• Required, and is able to, think ahead and multi-task effectively to help prevent or eliminate potential problems that may arise. Is effective when performing daily duties and able to support research studies and teams. Flexible to the diversity of exams, sequences, and protocols used.
• Prepares exam room prior to patient’s arrival, selecting coils and positioning parameters which promote maximum efficiency and throughput. Is prepared to run specialized sequences when required by research studies.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Successful completion of cross-sectional anatomy class, ability to assimilate new procedures into work routine is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills essential. Strong critical thinking, and attentiveness to detail required.
• Ability to operate MRI scanners and related computer equipment. Knowledge of appropriate safety protocols for MRI scanners.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of subjects.
• Ability to use general medical and first aid equipment; patient lifting devices, and wheelchairs.

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum education: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science or related field with additional training in Radiologic Technology – MRI
Minimum experience: Five years of experience
Certification: Must be ARRT-MR certified and ARRT Registered. Advanced Certification in ARRT-MR within 12 months preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology, Healthcare or other related field.

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Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion .

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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