MRI Manager

Who we are:

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What you’ll do:

The MRI Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the MRI Department. The Manager is responsible for coordinating patient scheduling and daily work assignments and serves as a resource for the MRI Technologists in the Department. The MRI Manager suggests changes in procedures, policies, and quality improvement, as well as coordinates training and development of the Technologists, keeping them advised of technological changes.

The Manager identifies cost savings and assures that technical operations stay within the targeted budget. In addition to departmental oversight, the MRI Manager demonstrates mastery of all Clinical Level Imaging competencies.

The Manager assists with interviews, provides input for annual performance appraisals, manages weekly schedules and coordinates holiday and call coverage. The Manager monitors equipment, monitors ordering and supplies, and provides basic maintenance as required.

The Manager continues to coordinate any regular and unexpected maintenance required. The Manager monitors and updated any accreditation (ACR) for both magnets.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Schedules and triages procedures based on priority level and skills needed.

Recognizing when other staff members need assistance or other resources.

Provides expertise in decision making, problem solving, conflict resolution, and section operations.

Acts as the point of contact and resource for providers, staff, patients and their families.

Updates imaging guidelines and disseminates protocol changes to staff.

Develops and maintains schedules.

Monitors equipment and coordinates repairs;
Monitors supplies and equipment inventories

Coordinates and participates in the training of new employees and staff.

Contributes to decision making for hiring and performance evaluation of Imaging employees.

Maintains the quality assurance program for the section.

Trains staff members on new equipment and exams.

Develops and expands staff members imaging skills.

Develops protocols and implements quality performance standards.

Researches and implements new imaging techniques.

Reviews and develops patient education material.

Prioritizes tasks and duties of all other staff in the section.

Assists with collection and data analysis.

Implements techniques to minimize the occurrence of artifacts and repeats.

Assists with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.

Performs patient assessment and screening within the scope of practice.

Checks the status of the imaging equipment to ensure device is in proper operating condition.

Performs testing to ensure proper calibration and optimal performance of equipment.

Explain all studies to patient prior to exam in a caring manner, and provide resources to patient and family members about the MRI exam and refer, if appropriate, to physician or clinic personnel. Sets up trays, performs time out, and prepares contrasts.

Accurately critiques images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if an image needs to be repeated. Starting and maintaining intravenous (IV) access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.

Who you are:

Maintains licensure, certifications and ongoing CEUs for professional development on a timely basis.

Graduate of a School of Radiology Technology Bachelors degree in relevant field

Minimum Two (2) years clinical experience;
Preferred Four (4) years clinical experience

Previous management experience preferred

Certification by appropriate body (ARRT, and valid…