MRI Research Technologist

About the role

Reporting to the Co-Director of the MRI Research Center, the MRI Technician is responsible for performing advanced MRI studies involving human subjects in a research-focused environment. This role oversees the operation of MRI scanners and manages all aspects of imaging procedures to ensure participant safety, high-quality data acquisition, and strict adherence to study protocols. The MRI Technician works closely with clinicians, investigators, and research staff to develop, refine, and implement novel MRI paradigms and imaging protocols that support a broad range of research objectives. This position plays a critical role in optimizing imaging performance, troubleshooting technical challenges, and contributing to the successful execution of complex research studies.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty in such areas as radiology, ophthalmology, and ultrasonography.
• Reviews patient’s chart, patient’s condition, and physician’s notes to plan and determine method of testing.
• Positions patients.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures appropriate to specialty.
• Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures.
• Reads and interprets obtained images. Records test results. Identifies and reports abnormalities.
• Congrates processing of slides and film. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation.
• Schedules patient appointments and originates billing paperwork.
• Assists in research projects by analyzing and compiling patient information.
• Creates visual aids for lecture presentations and publications.
• Orders and maintains inventory of supplies.
• Performs additional functions related to clinical activities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability and proven proficiency performing MRI scans.
• Demonstrated experience scanning human subjects with state-of-the-art MR technology.
• Demonstrated expertise in radiological positioning and MR image interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform advanced MRI scans on human study subjects.
• Ability to interview and screen prospective subjects to ensure MR eligibility, safety and compliance with specific protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to implement specific protocols, determine and select appropriate scanning planes and technical operating parameters, and assess image quality.
• Ability to operate novel equipment for presenting stimuli to subjects in magnet.
• Ability to record novel physiological responses and related data using specialized computer hardware and software.
• Ability to archive MR Images and patient data.
• Ability to update and maintain the image databases and discs associated with the scanner.
• Ability to serve as departmental contact for equipment service personnel to report and resolve equipment faults and provide appraisals of equipment performance.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• Expertise in operating SIEMENS scanners.
• ARRT-certified Radiologic Technologist in MRI.

Education and Experience

• Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree, or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hrs., 8:30 AM – 5PM. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays may be required in rotation. Recess period required.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability and proven proficiency performing MRI scans.
• Demonstrated experience scanning human subjects with state-of-the-art MR technology.
• Demonstrated expertise in radiological positioning and MR image interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform advanced MRI scans on human study subjects.
• Ability to interview and screen prospective subjects to ensure MR eligibility, safety and compliance with specific protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to implement specific protocols, determine and select appropriate scanning planes and technical operating parameters, and assess image quality.
• Ability to operate novel equipment for presenting stimuli to subjects in magnet.
• Ability to record novel physiological responses and related data using specialized computer hardware and software.
• Ability to archive MR Images and patient data.
• Ability to update and maintain the image databases and discs associated with the scanner.
• Ability to serve as departmental contact for equipment service personnel to report and resolve equipment faults and provide appraisals of equipment performance.
• Strong communication skills.