Imaging Research Technician

Job Summary

Perform MRI procedures related to research protocols under occasional guidance. Uses advanced knowledge of scanner operation, patches, protocols and integration with PIs. Ensures accuracy of data, protection of human subjects, and excellent customer service to the research community.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all imaging procedures according to IRB approved protocols.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge/understanding of the imaging instrumentation as well as human anatomy/physiology.
• Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of imaging procedure in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Evaluate study subject's history for compatibility with imaging system to be used.
• Provide the study subject with age-appropriate education about the procedure.
• Seek out resources to obtain necessary documentation about device safety if necessary.
• Perform routine protocols in some research studies, including (but not limited to) administering IV contrast agents, pregnancy screening tests, etc.
• Maintain updated knowledge of imaging technology and procedures.
• Aid researchers in developing protocols if needed.
• Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Inspects area for appropriate stock (linens, medical supplies, etc.) and reports inventory to appropriate personnel.

Technical Capabilities

• Scientific Instrumentation (Novice)
• Regulatory Compliance (Intermediate)
• Equipment Maintenance (Intermediate)
• Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge (Expert)
• Diagnostic Testing (Advanced)
• Diagnostic Equipment (Advanced)
• Technical Writing (Novice)
• Electronics (Fundamental Awareness)
• Image Analysis and Processing (Novice)
• Imaging Development and Application (Intermediate)
• Data Analysis (Novice)

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

• Serving Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.
• Solving Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
• Offering Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work; Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly; Ensures Continuous Improvement; Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them; Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.
• Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability; Focuses on and drives critical issues to closure; Stewards Organizational Resources; Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area; Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas; Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches; Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges; Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications

• Responsibilities:
• Certifications: Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
• Experience Level: Less than 1 year
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program