Chief MRI Technologist

The Chief Technologistis responsible forthe day-to-day operations and administrative dutiesensuringefficient workflow of the section; compliance with budgetary policy; ensuring the highest quality diagnostic examinations; and compliance of State/Federal/Joint Commission regulations, department/hospital policies and procedures,objectivesand philosophy. The Chief is accountable for the efficient patient throughput and 24-hr supervisory responsibility of department and of all departmental staff member’s scheduling, technicalguidance,and performance improvement. The chief technologist position involves performing diagnostic/job duties asrequired ofanMRI technologist at a level that will require no supervision of technical details.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs all duties of Level I,II& IIItechnologist.

• Supervises imaging services, including performance or supervision of tests, and daily management of assigned personnel. 

• Assistsin compilation of statistical data for departmental evaluation purposes. 

• Contributions to the preparation of the annual departmental budget and development of administrative and operational policies, procedures, and regulations. 

• Responsible for hire, discipline, and promotion of department staff.

• Obtains and examines the diagnostic orders for appropriateness to the type of exam ordered and any special notes or comments.

• Coordinate/manage scheduling and patient flow for interdepartmental procedures. 

• Collaborates in the development of in-service training for departmental staff. 

• Completes yearly performance appraisals for the staff and handles requests for merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties orresponsibilitiesas necessary.

COREQUALIFICATIONS