MRI Modality Lead

ABOUT US

Integral Diagnostics Group (IDX Group) is a leading provider of quality diagnostic imaging services through its highly skilled medical professionals and investment in its technology platforms. As one of the largest radiology providers in Australia, IDX Group has established a strong reputation for quality, excellence, and innovation.

South Coast Radiology (SCR) part of the IDX group is the largest radiology group in the Gold Coast region, and one of the longest standing radiology providers to Southeast Queensland. Located across our 16 convenient imaging locations across the Tweed and the Gold Coast region as well as practices in Mackay and Toowoomba, with further expansion planned.

About the role

SCR is looking for an MRI Modality Lead to oversee our large MRI departments full-time.

The primary focus of the MRI Modality Lead is to provide high quality and efficient MRI services to our patients and referrers. The MRI Modality Lead plans, coordinates and assists management in the day-to-day operations of MRI across the South Coast Radiology (SCR) fleet. The MRI Modality Lead trains and provides technical consultation to technologists who utilise the MRI equipment ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment, and maintaining established protocols and procedures across SCR.

The MRI Modality Lead reports to the Operations Manager, works closely with Regional Managers, Site Radiographers in Charge and is responsible for ensuing best practice in patient interaction and quality imaging.

The main outcomes for this role are too:

Review day-to-day performance of all MRI equipment across SCR in consultation with the Clinical Leadership Committee and Radiologist review and create sequencing protocols to improve efficiency and clinical outcomes.
Supervising technologists in using MRI imaging equipment to conduct appropriate examinations.
Liaise with Booking Centre to provide education to ensure patient protocols and bookings are performed correctly.
Ensure patient protocols and patient bookings are performed correctly.
Provide training, technical direction and consultation to staff while identifying and addressing performance issues.
Provide training and technical direction to SCR and technologists in the procedures and techniques used in imaging MRI examinations.
Assisting in troubleshooting all equipment failures and challenges.
Ensuring compliance standards are met.
Participating in education programs in MRI techniques.
Creating and reviewing sequencing protocols for particular examinations under the guidance of the radiologists.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff.

About you

Essential:

Hold a Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiations) in Radiography or accepted equivalent.
A minimum of 8 years + clinical Radiography experience
Current AHPRA and ASMIRT registration
ASMIRT Level 1 Certificate
Australian Residency – Rights to work in Australia.
Established professional competence and knowledge within a clinic setting.
Highly developed interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and other medical and non-medical personnel.
Demonstrated professional competence and knowledge within a clinic setting including expertise with MRI equipment.

Desirable:

Ability to determine priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience on GE MRI Scanners
A willingness to participate in further education and continued professional development program.
A commitment to outstanding patient care
Current QLD Radiation Use licence

Benefits

Excellent remuneration with shift & weekend penalty rates & allowances
5 weeks annual leave with 14% leave loading
State of the art technology and equipment
In-house CPD programs, including conferences and study allowance
Leadership and coaching to help you develop within your career
Employee recognition programs to recognise your efforts.
Employee referral incentives and health welling being programs.
Salary sacrifice available
Paid parental leave.
Friendly team environment including regular social and sporting events.
Amazing culture

HOW TO APPLY

Contact us directly – skip the agency! For a confidential enquiry or find out more about SCR.

Please reach out to Stacey or simply visit  PLEASE CLICK HERE TO APPLY  to update your interest in this role via our candidate portal or by emailing.

*While we appreciate the job agency support, would prefer candidates to contact us directly.

Please note: Police check and Covid vaccination will be required for successful applications.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians with relevant skills and experience to apply.