Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist- Senior

Our KSP location is a premier site for MRI imaging, serving professional and collegiate athletes, including the San Antonio Spurs and UTSA Roadrunners . As an MRI Technologist on our team, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to work with this unique patient population while collaborating closely with radiologists and orthopedic physicians to deliver exceptional, high-quality patient care.

There has never been a more exciting time to join our radiology imaging team! If you’re passionate about MRI, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of athletes, we invite you to explore this outstanding opportunity.

Under limited supervision, responsible for performing diagnostic procedures to include advanced imaging by optimizing MRI equipment software configuration, hardware, coils and accessories. May lead or mentor lower level team members.

• Assists with quality control of the MRI department and ensures employees within the department are proficient in performing and maintaining quality control testing and documentation for accreditation and other regulatory bodies.
• Ensures all MRI technologists are properly trained and proficient on all equipment and advanced imaging techniques.
• Stays abreast of all technology advances/techniques in the field of MRI and with the cooperation of the Manager, implements necessary modifications into the daily MRI workflow.
• Sets quality control and quality assurance protocols as required by JCAHO, ACR, OSHA, TDH and other agencies as applicable.
• Maintains and performs preventive maintenance for the MRI equipment.
• Assists with establishing and conducting department quality in services to include collaborating, implementing, and monitoring the department CQI plan and ACR QA/QC programs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• In depth knowledge in the operation of the power injector and contrast administration/usage, all peripheral hardware and all devices used in MRI.
• Advanced working knowledge in patient care, MRI safety, and IV starts.
• Ability to arrive at accurate conclusions and solutions by visualizing new potentials, and by identifying, defining and analyzing problems and situations using rational and intuitive processes.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with individuals, work groups, and across departments, through open communication and collaboration; works with others to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

EDUCATION:

HS or GED

Radiology

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

ARRT

MRT

MRI

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture .

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.