The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist provides technical knowledge and/or coordinates the delivery of MRI services. Under the direction of a qualified physician, this position will operate a variety of equipment including high field strength magnets and support systems with MRI safety as a priority. The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for patient coordination, acquisition, processing, and archiving of all patient data. This position is responsible for training new staff as well as existing staff on new technologies. The incumbent will maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications, reporting all problems appropriately. Incumbent may be required to oversee provision of MRI services and staffing coverage in absence of the MR Supervisor.

The MR Senior Radiologic Technologist will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCSF policies and procedures, Department of Radiology policies and procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations. Incumbent works independently and under general supervision. The technologist must act with initiative and responsibility to achieve maximum radiographic quality. All duties and responsibilities will be performed in a calm manner even in stressful situations. Incumbent will interact with Radiologist, Clinicians and peers in a cooperative, harmonious manner for maximum effectiveness. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions deemed by Department of Radiology.

This position is scheduled to work the night shift, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The successful candidate must be flexible and able to rotate between our Oakland and Walnut Creek campuses as needed to support departmental and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a formal radiology technology training program in an AMA approved school.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience with high field magnetic resonance system in an acute care setting.
• Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts as well as coverage for weekends and holidays. This position is scheduled to work the night shift, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Must be flexible and able to rotate between our Oakland and Walnut Creek campuses as needed to support departmental and operational needs. Flexibility to rotate to other sites when necessary.
• Be able to perform 3 of the 6 specialty scans
• Cardiac Imaging
• Fetal Imaging
• Whole body Pediatric scans
• Special procedures ( HIFU/DBS etc.)
• Pediatric/Adult Anesthesia
• Breast Imaging

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Recent work experience in an acute care setting
• CRT Licensure
• MRSO

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• ARRT approved MRI Certification
• BLS (CPR) Certification