Radiology Quality Improvement Specialist – MRI Research Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Radiology Quality Improvement Specialist

• MRI Research Brigham and Women’s Hospital United States, Massachusetts, Boston 221 Longwood Avenue (Show on map) Jun 25, 2025
  The Quality Improvement Specialist
• MRI Research works as part of a multidisciplinary team following established policies and procedures and is responsible for safely operating and training research personnel to acquire research images on imaging equipment.
• Participates in the day-to-day technical activities of a wide range of human and animal imaging research projects being conducted in the Radiology Research Imaging Core.

Responsibilities include assistance in the implementation of radiology research imaging protocols in collaboration with Principal Investigators, Research Assistants, Clinical Managers, Physicists, Applications Specialists and QA Specialists.

• Facilitates imaging protocol development on scanners in accordance with IRB and IACUC approved protocols and imaging manuals. Generates training documents to ensure accurate and consistent imaging acquisition and processing for longitudinal research results.
• Daily operational tasks may include scheduling exams in Epic and Research Percipio, monitoring data transfer to Research PACS, assigning images to Principal Investigators and team, and obtaining safety reads by radiologists.
• Working independently but under the general supervision of the Director, orders laboratory supplies, equipment, and services as needed.
• All other duties, as assigned Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes Essential Functions Provide data consultation and staff support to clinical, operational process improvement individuals, patient safety individuals, etc.
Collect data, implement new protocols, provide education to staff in efforts to improve quality within the department
Collaborate with leadership, staff, and radiologists to ensure exam protocols, patient care processes, and image quality are optimized
Collects and analyzes quantitative and qualitative statistical data and work with vendors to resolve technical problems
Function as technologist to maintain optimal direct patient care skills and imaging skills
Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards; records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation Education Associate’s Degree Health Science required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]

• Various Issuers preferred
  Heartsaver CPR AED [CPR]
• American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
  Magnetic Resonance Imaging [ARRT-MR]
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required OR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) required Experience Radiology Technologist experience with multiple patient populations 5-7 years required
  Quality experience 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Good communication skills.

Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
Good business acumen and analytical skills. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs

• 35lbs
  Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Vision•Far Constantly (67-100%)
  Vision•Near Constantly (67-100%)
  Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc.

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