Imaging Clinical Specialist MRSO

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Medical Imaging Manager, and according to established policies and procedures, is responsible for the performance of department procedures requiring the use of more difficult techniques. Assists the Medical Imaging Manager and functions as a lead resource person providing technical guidance and instructions, interpreting, communicating, and administering policies and procedures. This position is system wide MRSO-MR safety oversight of all MR facilities in the Brown University Health system (BUH). The MRI Safety Director oversees all aspects of MRI safety for the BUH, ensuring compliance with national and institutional safety standards. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring safety protocols, training staff, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors in all BUH affiliates. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborates with Medical Director of the section, and vendor as needed, to develop new and advanced computer driven imaging sequences. Develops test models, and when approved, finalizes these protocols from the test mode to production. Updates imaging protocol books, and works with Medical Imaging Manager to define related changes that may impact technologists’ workflow. Schedules and makes provisions for in-service training for technologists. Validates technologists’ competencies on the new protocols, and works with technologists individually as may be needed so they can achieve the required level of competence. Utilizes experienced-based knowledge with little technical supervision to perform all the duties of an advanced practice Technologist in routine and complex imaging procedures including advanced imaging and research studies. Provides for the clinical experience of Radiology Technology students, instructing and guiding students through imaging procedures in area of responsibility. Provides on-the-job instruction to employees in clinical procedures in area of responsibility. Performs clerical and/or administrative tasks such as a) inventory and ordering supplies; b) compiling statistics; c) checking equipment for proper operating condition, and reporting need for repair. Understands and practices ALARA Principles of Radiation Protection when applicable, including the use and exchange of personal dosimeters when applicable Understands and practices principles of safety with regard to strong magnetic fields as those generated by MRI systems if applicable, or radiation safety generated by other imaging systems when applicable. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital Diagnostic Imaging department, plus one year specialized training in the operation of the imaging equipment. Provides a high level leadership to employees. Must be able to demonstrate a superior capability to work with, understand the complexities of the imaging system’s capabilities to maximize its diagnostic applications in conjunction with the Medical Director. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exposure to high magnetic fields. (if in the MRI setting) Individual cannot have any physical condition that would be aggravated by magnetic fields. May be in contact with patients with communicable diseases. May be exposed to radiation. Ability to lift and move patients to and from scanning table, transport patients in wheelchairs. Pay Range : $47.15-$77.79 EEO Statement : Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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