Magnetic Resonance Imaging Tech

About This Role

Operating MRI scanners for diagnostic imaging purposes is the core of this technical role, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. The position requires experience in patient care and MRI safety.

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

• HS Diploma or Equivalent
• 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

Nice to have:

• Bilingual, English & Spanish

Benefits

• Medical: UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates
• Dental: Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist
• Vision: Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits
• Disability: Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working
• FSAs: Employees can enroll in 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
• Retirement: Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers