MRI Technologist Lead

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

• The Lead MRI Technologist performs advanced magnetic resonance imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. This role includes oversight of daily operations, quality assurance, staff mentoring, and coordination with radiologists and physicians to ensure optimal imaging services. The Lead MRI Technologist plays a key role in workflow management, clinical excellence, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Perform MRI procedures according to protocols and physician orders, optimizing technical factors for image quality and patient safety.
• Lead and coordinate daily workflow of the MRI department to ensure timely and accurate patient care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to MRI staff, providing guidance on protocols, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain and monitor equipment performance, initiate service calls, and perform minor troubleshooting.
• Evaluate and improve image quality, protocol optimization, and patient throughput.
• Collaborate with radiologists to clarify orders, assist with complex cases, and ensure high diagnostic quality.
• Monitor adherence to ALARA principles and MRI safety guidelines for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Provide education and support to patients before, during, and after procedures to ensure comfort and understanding.
• Assist in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with HIPAA and departmental policies.
• Contribute to the development and revision of MRI protocols, workflows, and policies.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and departmental meetings.
• Support orientation and training of new MRI technologists.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong understanding of cross-sectional anatomy and MRI physics.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot MRI equipment and related systems.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and PACS usage.
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) of an approved Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) program (Required)

Licenses/Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire (Required)
• BCLS - Basic Life Support from AHA or other approved program Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
• Other: State certification or licensure Upon Hire (May be Required-Facility Specific)

Experience

• 3+ years MRI technologist experience in a clinical setting (Required)
• Prior Experience in a leadership, charge, or preceptor role (Preferred)