Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist

SSM Health; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Job summary

SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton in Missouri is seeking an MRI Technologist to operate scanners, position patients, and obtain diagnostic images. The role requires completion of an MRI or Radiology Technology program with ARMRIT/ARRT credentialing within 12 months of hire and at least one year of MRI experience.

Weekend shifts Fri–Sun 3-12s with a potential sign-on bonus are available. The position emphasizes patient prep, data entry, image transfer to PACS, and adherence to safety and

Qualifications

• Completion of MRI or Radiology Technology program.
• ARMRIT or ARRT MRI credential within 12 months of hire.
• One year direct experience in MRI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and sets technical parameters to produce cross-sectional images.
• Performs pre-screening, scheduling, and patient education for examinations.
• Enters patient data and transfers images to PACS.
• Prepares/ administers contrast media per regulations.
• Ensures high-quality image submission to PACS with correct markers.
• Checks equipment functionality and reports issues.
• Maintains clean, organized department areas.
• Maintains alertness and safety in daily work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient positioning

Image acquisition

Attention to detail

Education

MRI or Radiology Technology program

Job description

It’s more than a career, it’s a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Join a team where your work matters-every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.

• Department: Imaging - MRI
• Schedule: full time weekends Fri - Sun 3-12’s
• Sign On Bonus - available for qualified applicants
• ** Relocation assistance - available for qualified applicants.**
• Requirements: Completion of Radiology/ MRI program and MRI credential from ARMRIT or ARRT within 12 months of hire date.

Job Summary:

Operates a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat of pathologies.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
• Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
• Enters and monitors patient data and transfers images.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Completion of a MRI or Radiology Technology program

EXPERIENCE

• One year direct experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• And
• ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Or
• American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)

Work Shift:

Weekend Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4201000113 MRI

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage :we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.