CHMC - MRI TECH TEAM LEAD

CHMC - MRI TECH TEAM LEAD

 INTERNAL Carthage Area Hospital •

CHMC-MRI

Ogdensburg, NY Allied Health Professional Full Time, day shift, 7a-5p Operated by Carthage Area Hospital Posted 04/17/2026 Req # 9354 MRI Technologist, Team Lead | R.T. (R)(MR)

Shift:

 Days

Department:

 Radiology/Imaging Services

Reports To:

 Director/Manager of Radiology Job Summary The MRI Team Lead balances high-level clinical scanning with operational leadership. You will oversee workflow, mentor staff, and ensure the highest standards of quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions Clinical Excellence:

 Perform all duties of an MRI Technologist; operate and troubleshoot advanced imaging equipment.

Team Leadership:

 Assign daily tasks, manage staff schedules, and ensure optimal workflow coverage.

Quality & Compliance:

 Maintain QA/QC documentation for 

FDA, NYS

DOH, ACR/IAC, and manufacturers. Lead ACR/IAC accreditation renewals.

Training & Mentorship:

 Provide performance feedback and clinical training for new hires and current technologists.

Operational Oversight:

 Review QC logs for equipment errors, coordinate major maintenance, and implement process improvements to reduce costs.

Professional Communication:

 Serve as the primary liaison between staff, patients, and vendors; assist management in communicating policy and protocol changes.

Performance Improvement:

 Lead department audits, inspections, and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Qualifications Education:

 Graduate of an accredited 2- or 4-year Radiology program.

Licensure:

 Valid NYS Dept. of Health license.

Certification:

 ARRT Registered; must hold specific MRI (MR) certification.

Life Support:

 Current BLS certification required.

Experience:

 3-5 years of Radiology experience preferred.

Skills:

 Strong problem-solving, HIPAA compliance, and organizational leadership. Supervisory Responsibility Oversees the daily operations of the MRI Department and reports directly to the Radiology Director/Manager.

Pay & Benefits Range:

 $48.31-$68.12/hour

Note:

Actual pay is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. •The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran encouraged to apply.