Imaging Specialist - Radiology

Position Summary
Performs professional aspects of the MRI or Computed Tomography services including protocoling patients, scheduling special studies, providing assistance for certain MRI or CT procedures, quality assurance and monitoring. Assists with and facilitates communications among radiology attendings, fellows and resident physicians, MRI or CT technologists, referring physicians and their offices, physician extenders and patients.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Protocols patients for MRI or CT procedures, obtaining information as necessary to facilitate completion of study in accordance with established guidelines: answers protocol questions from radiology technologists and referring providers in an appropriate and timely manner; coordinates issues revolving around elevated creatinine, renal failure and dialysis, including obtaining required patient information in advance of study; and reviews pre-protocol information provided by patient and referring physician’s office and performs chart review for care coordination for complex issues, counter indications; and reviews outpatient orders for completeness and appropriateness, places corrected orders for referring physicians.
• Assists with activities that are the Radiologist’s responsibilities in the performance of MRI or CT scanning including coordinating requests for review of MRI or CT studies done at outside institutions and performing Image optimization for elimination of artifacts.
• Post processes Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT for parameters beyond basic vessel measurement. these include aortic annulus and root measurements, ventricular volumes, vessel flow quantification and 3D CT reconstructions, 

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree related to health science field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in MRI/CT procedures and patient workflow management with imaging studies.
• Certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT or Registered Nurse, RN.

Grade
C12-H

Salary Range
$29.21 - $45.28 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.