MRI Technologist

Job ID
36394828

Category
Campus Facilities and Support
Services

Organization
Research & Economic Development

Department
Misc Core
Facilities

Location
Main Campus – UCR

Salary
$118,431 – $118,431

Date
Posted
2025-09-16T12:00:00.000Z

Application Deadline
Open Until Filled

Schedule
8AM –
5PM

Full/Part Time
Part time

Other Information
Qalifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal
Job: No

Position Information

Under close supervision of the Advanced Neuroimaging Director, the MRI
Technologist provides senior level support for the operation of state-of-the-art MRI, providing quality imaging expertise and service to
researchers conducting research utilizing MRI and to subjects participating in the studies. This role is essential in maintaining the MRI
scanner facility and managing all daily operations and administrative functions, including scanner workflow and operation, routine equipment
and supply maintenance, scheduling, and assisting with policy and procedure development, operating peripheral equipment for imaging
research, archiving imaging data, maintaining quality control of MRI scanner, and creating advanced research imaging protocols.

This
per diem role will have irregular, as-needed hours which will include evenings and weekends based on research needs. Demonstrated ability
and willingness to work with children and families and experience performing pediatric scanning is necessary for success in this position.

The full salary range for the MRI Technologist is $56.72 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as
education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work
authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for
staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining
agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic
  Technology or Nuclear Medicine.

Experience

• Minimum of 18 months of MRI scanning.
• Experience with
  imaging research.
• Experience working effectively with children and families, with an understanding of their unique needs in a
  healthcare environment.
• Experience operating MRI equipment in a clinical setting, including availability to work evening, weekend,
  or after-hours shifts.
• Experience with pediatric scanning.

Minimum Requirements

Ability to read
and interpret documents such as imaging protocols, informed consent and IRB documents and radiology reports. Ability to interpret a variety
of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to skillfully operate an MRI scanner. Familiarity with
computer systems, including Microsoft Windows and Office (Excel and Word). Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical
terminology.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret documents such as imaging protocols,
informed consent and IRB documents and radiology reports. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram
or schedule form. Ability to skillfully operate an MRI scanner. Familiarity with computer systems, including Microsoft Windows and Office
(Excel and Word). Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology.

Additional
Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs
Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a
living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities’ air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts,
history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC
Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we
are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020
  rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC
  Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. – U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University
  Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income,
  first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business Insider
  2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR’s Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect
  specimens the nation. – Center for World University Rankings
• UCR’s distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of
  the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of
the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal
and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits
Overview

Certification Requirements

• Current registry certification from the American Registry of
  Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
• Current MR certificate.

Job Description Details

General
Information

Job Title

RADLG TCHNO SR PD

Job
Code

008990

Department Head

Xiaoping Hu

Supervisor

Xiaoping
Hu

Department Custom Scope

Provides senior level support for the operation of state-of-the-art MRI, providing
quality imaging expertise and service to researchers conducting research utilizing MRI and to subjects participating in the studies.
Maintains MRI scanner facility and manages all daily operations and administrative functions, including scanner workflow and operation,
routine equipment and supply maintenance, scheduling, and assisting with policy and procedure development . Operates peripheral equipment
for imaging research. Archives imaging data. Maintains quality control of MRI scanner. Creates and manages advanced research imaging
protocols. Nights and weekends will be required and adjusted accordingly to business needs.

Key
Responsibilities

• Support to Research Operations – Maintains UCR CAN Facility. Provides quality imaging expertise and service
  to researchers. Responsible for all administrative tasks relating to research operations including: -Assists with development of policies
  and procedures, screening forms and other documents used at UCR CAN. Maintaining scheduling, work orders, email correspondences, billing and
  service contracts. -Manages all daily operations: schedules, tours, meetings, repairs, routine maintenance and more. -Orders all supplies.
  MRI specific items such as ear plugs, linens, vitamin e tabs, gel, etc. And non-MRI specific items such as paper, cleaning supplies, first
  aid kit, office supplies, etc. -Uses problem solving skills to support scheduling conflicts and safety screening concerns. -Maintains busy
  imaging schedule.



25%

• Subject Care – Assists with care of the subject and collecting ancillary data needed for research projects.
  Provides quality care to all subjects having MRI scans. Responsible for handling of subjects, MRI safety screening, injection of contrast
  agent if needed, and assisting with subject briefing to reduce their anxiety and to obtain subject cooperation and with collecting informed
  consent from research subject.



15%

• Billing – Completes billing procedures with appropriate documentation to ensure charges of
  research exams are received and provides information to ensure such information is complete and accurate.



10%

• Communication,
  Dissemination and Training – Effectively communicates with subjects, investigators, and other research team members. Provides training to
  researchers on basic operation and scanning procedures.



10%

• Safety – Responsible for developing and performing UCR CAN Safety
  Training to all users and research assistants. Follows all safety requirements of department and university. Practices safe sterile
  techniques. Oversees and maintains MRI safety guidelines, IRB subject management and advocacy.



10%

• Documentation – Responsible for
  completing all aspects of scanner and research study documentation following established procedures. Maintains a scanner log. Responsible
  for overall documentation and archiving research data.



10%

• Facility and Equipment Maintenance – Ensures facility and equipment is
  properly maintained. Sets up procedure rooms to include equipment and supplies for studies. Responsible for proper operation of imaging and
  associated equipment peripheral and software. Provides quality control of MRI scanner and other related equipment. Maintains advanced
  knowledge of procedural supplies and location of supplies. Ensures that procedure rooms are stocked. Ensures that sufficient amounts of
  radiopharmaceuticals are on hand for daily operations. Operates the MRI and peripheral equipment. Changes air filters on UPS cabinets.
  Ensure all systems are in good working order for MRI scanner, peripheral research equipment, water supply, HVAC units, Toxgard, and all
  other related systems.



10%

• Additional Duties – Perform additional responsibilities as required.



5%

• Professional Development –
  Maintains professional growth by participating in educational programs and activities to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices,
  and developments. Renews license and updates certifications to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a bi-annual basis. Maintains
  appropriate radiological Tech certification.



5%

Special Conditions

• Shift Work (hours outside standard
  Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)
• Overtime