POSITION SUMMARY:

The MRI Quality Specialist is an integral member of the MRI department at Boston Medical Center. This technologist functions as a facilitator, coordinator, investigator, educator, quality specialist and MRI technologist. Working closely with the Manager of MRI services, the MRI Quality Specialist anticipates problems before they arise and finds solutions to issues affecting the department’s daily operations. The MRI Quality Specialist is a point-person that MR technologists can look to for guidance and assistance in daily workflows.

MRI Quality Specialist time is devoted to scanning (25%) and facilitation (75%).  Working days and hours are flexible in conjunction with department operating needs and will be dictated by the Manager of MRI services.

Position: Quality Specialist

Department: MRI

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Reporting to the Manager of MRI Services MRI Quality Specialist is responsible for:

• Verifying compliance of various quality procedures (ACR phantoms, cleaning/metal detector/medication logs, administering annual competency checklists and more)

• Updating and maintaining protocols across MR scanners

• Enhancing MRI safety practices within the department

• Ensuring new employees are onboarded with an appropriate level of training

• Educates and trains all MR technologists on new scanning methods and departmental procedures while also ensuring staff are knowledgeable of current practices

• Delegating floor duties to staff

• Working with the Manager of MRI services to ensure proper staffing coverage

• Fields various projects assigned to them by the Manager of MRI Services

• Acts as a witness during investigatory meetings

• Proactively reviews the patient schedule for any concerns or issues and makes corrections as necessary

• Develops and maintains device/implant log containing safety information on medical devices and possible contraindications to MRI

• Researches and logs safety information on medical devices, implants and other possible contraindications individual patients may possess

• Relieves technologists for break periods

• Functions as a dedicated MRI technologist when coverage is necessary

• Works alongside of the Lead MRI technologist on various projects and initiatives

• Follows through with departmental initiatives

• Orders and requests departmental supplies

Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Knowledge of principles and procedures of MRI and the operation and maintenance of equipment generally acquired through the completion of training either in an ARRT approved formal educational program or through fulfillment of the didactic and clinical requirements for advanced registration in MRI as outlined by the ARRT.

• Associates degree, Bachelors preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Certification in MRI from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• BLS

EXPERIENCE:

• At least five years (5+) working as an MRI technologist, prior supervisory experienced preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Philips and GE MRI scanner software required

• Strong understanding of cross sectional anatomy, MR image acquisition and evaluation

• Understanding and enforcement of various MRI safety practices

• Ability to rely on experience, judgement and time management skills to plan and accomplish goals

• Leadership abilities, prior experience in a leadership role preferred

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Prior experience working in a busy academic institution preferred

• Ability to teach

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans