Chief MR Technologist
RAYUS Radiology · Haverhill, MA · 1 mo ago
Business Development$53.18/hrFull-time
RAYUS now offers DailyPay—work today, get paid today! Plus, we’re offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The pay range for this position is $34.03 - $53.18 based on direct and relevant experience.
About the role
RAYUS Radiology is challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. As a Chief MR Technologist, you will provide leadership and management to technologists in multiple modalities and/or across multiple centers, ensuring professional standards and excellent customer service. This position is full-time, working day shifts.
Responsibilities
- Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure.
- Explains and prepares patients for MRI procedures, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately imaged.
- Performs routine and advanced MRI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury with minimal supervision or repeats, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout the procedure.
- Adjusts MRI scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate.
- Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring customers, and other associates and peers.
- Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers.
- Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers.
- Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
- Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use.
- Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
- Coordinates the training and onboarding of new associates.
- Assists in the hiring process for new associates.
- Leads regular team meetings and associate one-on-ones, ensuring cross-modality or cross-center communication.
- Monitors and approves timecards.
- Initiates and participates in performance reviews, development, and performance management of associates.
- Manages associate schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate coverage.
- Evaluates workflow and implements process improvements for the team.
- Ensures team has knowledge of company and department policies and corresponding procedures are in place.
- Supports associates ensuring highest level of patient satisfaction.
- Leads special projects and/or committees, as assigned.
- Develops methods for measuring and monitoring team and department performance.
- Completes other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing.
- 5+ years imaging experience, with demonstrated ability to serve as a resource to others and identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
- Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography.
- Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Training and experience sufficient to competently perform advanced MRI procedures independently with highest quality.
- Certification in imaging specialty (preferred).
- Bilingual (preferred).
- Works in multiple modalities and/or has multi-modality certifications (preferred).
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience (preferred).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401k with company match.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Adoption assistance.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
Pay
$34.03 - $53.18 per hour based on direct and relevant experience.
Schedule
Full-time, day shifts.