Part-Time MRI Technologist

This position is a part-time MRI technician at the National Institute on Drug Abuse Intramural Research Program. Work products and documents related to research procedures including evaluation of new imaging methods and techniques utilizing MRI; operate Siemens scanner for human research utilizing both structural and functional MR position is 12/hours a week - Most Saturdays would be needed as well as a few hours during the week. The shift schedule is flexible.

• Data acquisition and archiving of imaging data; perform different pulse sequence and activation paradigms; focus on reproducibility and quality assurance - Ad-Hoc
• Work products and documents related to acquainting participants with the MRI scanner; perform research related manipulations during MRI experiments. - Ad-Hoc
• Provides input to decide what modifications of the unit are necessary to produce optimum image spectra and most efficient use of the scanner.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel in case of malfunctions; schedule and/or perform routine equipment maintenance functions.

• Executes research projects focusing on reproducibility and quality assurance of different pulse sequence and activation paradigms with the assistance of an MRI Physicist.
• Collect Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) brain images functional MRI images and MR spectra (Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy).
• Perform clinical and research MRI procedures on patients and animals including standard clinical MRI scans or more specialized research studies.
• Perform study testing observations data entry and other duties associated with study sessions.
• Execute research projects focusing on reproducibility and quality assurance of different pulse sequence and activation paradigms with the assistance of an MR physicist.
• Ensure that all human and animal experiments conducted follow applicable NIH standards and regulations.
• Organizes data into computerized data sets.
• Transfer both raw and post-processed images and data to specified databases and/or secure storage media (secure external hard drives and/or DVDs) where they can be stored safely.
• Log all scans performed in the appropriate logbook.
• Enter participant/patient data at start of scanning and monitor data acquisition during scanning.
• Create enter and maintain research data on associated reports and spreadsheets.
• Acts as subject/patient advocate monitoring comfort and subject cooperation with experimental protocol physiological parameters (pulse rate respiration oxygen saturation) and length of time of research exams.
• Adhere to safety precautions and procedures that govern the MRI Facility.
• Ensure the participants or patients safety and comfort throughout scanning using the patient monitoring system.
• Transfer position and instruct research participants and/or patients regarding the procedure to obtain the desired radiographic results as specified by the research study.
• Act as a participant advocate for participant safety and comfort.
• Perform all aspects of standard clinical imaging
• Prepare the patients to be scanned; explain the MRI procedure; acquire consent; address MRI safety screening for contraindications.
• Operates the scanner during both anatomical and functional imaging experiments.
• Operate the MRI scanner doing structural and functional imaging and MR spectroscopy studies which are part of clinical research studies.
• Perform standard clinical and more specialized research MRI procedures on patients (e.g. functional MRI diffusion MRI MR spectroscopy or animal scans). Schedules investigators time on the scanner.
• Assist in scheduling of research participants for MRI scans to achieve a smooth flow and optimal utilization of the Facility.
• Solves MRI related technical questions by designing and performing independent technical research work.
• Work with research fellows to assist development of new research protocols.
• Trains users on how to operate the scanner and gain independence in their experiments.
• Train research staff and other staff on scanner operation and MR safety issues.
• Provides expert level information on the software and hardware capabilities of the MRI scanner.
• Advise staff on any problems that may need attention.

Certifications & Licenses:

• Completion of Accredited MRI Technology Program in MedicalImagery or related science field

Field of Study:

• Medical Technologies Technicians
• Miscellaneous Health Medical Professions
• Medical Assisting Services

Software:

• MS Office

Skills: