Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
As our MRI Technologist Lead, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions.
Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images.
To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.
Prepares and operates MRI equipment according to physician orders, department protocols, and safety standards; verifies equipment functionality, selects appropriate imaging protocols, adjusts scan parameters, and processes images to ensure optimal image quality.
Prepares patients for MRI procedures by verifying patient identity, reviewing preparation requirements, completing MRI safety screenings, explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring patient and visitor safety.
Performs MRI examinations by positioning and immobilizing patients, selecting appropriate imaging sequences and scan parameters, evaluating image quality and tissue contrast, and adjusting protocols as needed to support accurate diagnosis.
Provides patient care throughout procedures, responds to emergencies within scope of authority, maintains a clean and safe imaging environment, and ensures equipment and supplies are properly maintained.
Maintains accurate patient records, examination logs, and required documentation; prepares cases and images for physician interpretation, transfers images to PACS, and ensures records are available for review and archival.
Supports daily department operations, including patient scheduling and flow, answering phones, maintaining records, ordering and inventorying supplies, and coordinating resources to support efficient workflow.
Lead Responsibilities: Coordinates patient flow and staffing needs, serves as a resource for MRI protocols and equipment maintenance, trains and mentors staff, develops work schedules, monitors performance and productivity, provides coaching and feedback, reinforces MRI safety practices, and identifies staff development needs.
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