Magnetic Resonance Imaging Tech

About This Role

This role involves operating MRI scanners for diagnostic imaging to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. It suits a technician with strong patient care skills and a thorough understanding of MRI equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies
• Transfer, position, and instruct patients regarding the procedure
• Select appropriate imaging techniques; operate console and peripheral hardware; enter and monitor patient data
• Transfer images from disk to magnetic media to produce transparency
• Develop film in automatic processor and inspect for quality and completeness
• Perform quality assurance on magnetic resonance equipment and matrix camera
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience in patient care, MRI safety, and IV starts
• Knowledgeable in the operation of the power injector and contrast administration/usage, all peripheral hardware and all devices used in MRI
• Demonstrated ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose an appropriate course of action
• HS Diploma or Equivalent
• One (1) year of related experience is required

Nice to have:

• Bilingual, English & Spanish preferred

Benefits

• UT SELECT Medical insurance, free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
• Discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians
• $50,000 of group term life insurance, free
• $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, free
• Options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates
• Three dental insurance plan options through Delta Dental Insurance Company (two PPOs and one dental HMO plan)
• Fully insured Vision Care benefits offered by Superior Vision Services (two vision plan options)
• Disability Insurance provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses
• Eligibility for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary retirement programs available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with a choice of five retirement plan providers
• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year