Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist

SSM Health; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Upfront tuition coverage

Job summary

SSM Health St. Clare Hospital – Fenton is looking for an MRI technologist to operate the MRI scanner and obtain diagnostic images. The role requires completing an MRI or Radiology Technology program and obtaining MRI credentials within 12 months of hire.

Weekend full-time schedule is typical, with opportunities for sign-on and relocation assistance for qualified applicants. Eligible candidates will have at least one year of direct experience and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomical and technical parameters to produce cross-sectional images.
• 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 images and documents to PACS with correct markers and data.
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning and reports issues as needed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly department and related areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient positioning

Safety protocols

Education

MRI or Radiology Technology program

Tools

PACS

MRI workstation

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.