Job Description
Magnetic resonance imaging technicians play a crucial role in medical research projects supporting government health initiatives for international operations. They conduct scans and ensure protocols align with research needs for Johns Hopkins teams. This work advances understanding of health in remote environments, benefiting military exercises, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. Technicians deploy globally within 72 hours to deliver hands-on support.
International SOS Government Medical Services operates in 92 countries and provides integrated healthcare solutions to organizations with global operations. The company employs 12,000 staff members, including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers, focusing on prevention through telemedicine, referrals, and freestanding surgical facilities. Headquarters are in Houston, Texas, with contract support for government defense agencies.
Travel technicians observe MRI scans at designated facilities and supply protocols on USB sticks when direct machine access is unavailable. They work with General Electric, Philips Healthcare, Siemens, Toshiba, and Cannon MRI devices and maintain supplies throughout deployments. Interactions occur with local technicians, research teams, and clients via safeguards for images and deliveries. A key challenge involves conforming to various regulatory bodies like Joint Commission standards while adhering to rapid deployment timelines. Technicians document findings and submit travel vouchers promptly.
Compensation ranges from $60 to $65 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The role involves worldwide travel on an as-needed basis, available to US citizens or permanent residents with valid passports. Schedules include on-call deployments, paid time off, a 401k plan, and annual bonuses.
Responsibilities
- Travel internationally within 72 hours of notification
- Conduct MRI scans according to protocol
- Observe local MRI tech perform procedure
- Download images, safeguard, and deliver to client
- Maintain all supplies and equipment through travel
- Submit travel vouchers within 5 days of return
- Complete required organizational compliance education
- Undertake additional duties as required
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited program for MRI technician or certificate
- Certificate from American Registry of Radiological Technicians
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Minimum 5 years experience
- Experience using General Electric, Philips Healthcare, Siemens, Toshiba, and Cannon MRI devices
- MRI with contrast experience
- Remote setting experience preferred
- Experience placing PIV preferred
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support required
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident required
- Valid passport required