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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$102K/yr - $133K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) to coordinate activities within the MRI Service Area of Diagnostic Imaging. The role involves ensuring compliance with ACR Accreditation Requirements and overseeing MRI Safety standards while performing complex MRI procedures for diagnostic purposes.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The Lead MR Technologist has a responsibility to recognize and exhibit excellent MRI Safety Practices

To comply with published and communicated safety procedures

To immediately report observed safety infractions and unsafe working conditions and to report in a timely fashion work related illnesses and injuries to the MRI Supervisor

The Lead MR Technologist directs patient flow in a smooth, systematic, continuous and timely manner to ensure that quality patient care is executed in an efficient and effective manner and assists in interviewing applicants

The incumbent trains other department personnel and assists in the clinical education of radiologic technology students as well as assisting with in-services within the department

The incumbent will report any competency issues to the MRI Supervisor and or MRI Safety Officer that could cause adverse safety outcomes

The Lead MRI Technologist will help develop new policies and update them as new equipment is placed with the MRI Supervisor

The technologist will help include but not limited to new construction for the future of our new MRI department which includes continuance of protocols with stronger magnetic fields, responsible for application s from vendors and new research protocols for our new MRI

The Lead MR Technologist will help prepare the daily work schedule to make sure that sufficient number of staff are available for patient appointments

He/she assures that staff obtains safety screening and consent for high-risk patients when necessary

The incumbent will help monitor proper and safe equipment operation

Assists staff to confirm that the images meet requirements of the radiologists. Reviews and submits reports on request showing types and number of examinations conducted

Performs other related duties as directed, The Lead MR Technologist will help ensure consistency of protocols

The Lead MRI Technologist will help with the review of budget targets that are set yearly with the MRI supervisor

Qualification

MRI CertificationRadiologic TechnologyACR Accreditation ComplianceFDA Standards KnowledgeVHA Standards KnowledgeJoint Commission Standards KnowledgeTraining SkillsSafety PracticesEnglish Proficiency

Required

U.S. Citizenship

Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R)

Advanced ARRT certification for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other recognized accrediting agencies

Proficiency in spoken and written English

At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position being filled

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to provide feedback to supervisor on technical aspects of work, Ability to resolve informal employee complaints, Ability to monitor and report on the status and progress of work and make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established procedures, Ability to perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations

Physical demands of the work includes: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; pushing up to 4 hours; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, prolonged standing; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); speed in working; and emotional stability. Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)