Lead MRI Technologist
University of Arkansas | |
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville | |
346 North West Avenue (Show on map) | |
Nov 05, 2024 | |
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Closing Date: 10/04/2024 Type of Position:ResearchWorkstudy Position: Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. Department's Website: Established through a transformative gift from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation, the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R) at the University of Arkansas pioneers solutions to wicked problems through convergence research across academic, industry, government, and non-profit sectors to make a positive societal impact by creating and deploying innovations at scale. As the lead Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist of our new MRI facility, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with purpose-driven coworkers in one of the fastest-growing and most naturally beautiful regions in the U.S. You will join a growing team of visionary researchers and thought leaders dedicated to working with a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem to deliver innovative solutions. IR is committed to building a diverse, collaborative, and inclusive team and cultivating a welcoming atmosphere where all opinions are valued, all voices are heard, and ideas become reality. The I3R MRI facility houses a 3-Tesla Siemens Magnetom Cima.X to support academic and clinical research. This state-of-the-art system is designed with several technical advances to enhance imaging capabilities, workflow efficiency, and MRI recipient experience. Its high performance driven by superior signal-to-noise ratio and AI powered advanced technology delivers high-quality images with faster acquisition time. It has advanced coil technology with a range of options that can be adapted for various anatomical regions and imaging needs and offers sophisticated imaging sequences that support specialized applications such as functional MRI and diffusion tensor imaging. An intuitive user-friendly interface simplifies operation and offers quieter operation and comfortable design to enhance MRI recipient's comfort during scans. A mock-MRI setup is also available as are adjacent rooms to conduct other human health related research. Besides support potential for advanced clinical scanning, the Magnetom Cima.X offers university researchers opportunities to establish stronger collaborations with the Arkansas Children's Research Institute, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and the Laureate Institute for Brain Research. POSITION DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a full-time lead MRI Technologist for management and technical operation of a 3-Tesla Siemens Magnetom Cima.X Magnetic Resonance Scanner to provide quality images of research study participants and MRI recipients for research and clinical diagnostic purposes. The individual must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively to provide specialized skills in the performance of MRI procedures with MRI safety as a priority. They perform scans as directed by the researcher or healthcare partner clinician protocols and have flexibility in scheduling. They work independently and under general supervision of the MRI facility Director and maintain current licensing and certifications. They must interact with a professional demeanor and a caring attitude towards MRI recipients, families and others and perform duties in a calm manner even in stressful situations and ensure professional standards are met while providing excellent care. We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. The ability to establish effective working relationships is crucial in building trust and influence to accomplish work within a setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
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Additional Information: This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance. Salary Information: Required Documents to Apply: Optional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes |