MR Technologist

National Jewish Health; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid Time Off

Dental & Vision Plans

Retirement Savings 403(b)

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

National Jewish Health in Denver, CO seeks a qualified MRI Technologist to perform high-quality general and cardiac MRI scans, inject contrast when required, and support accurate diagnoses within a safety-first interdisciplinary team.

The role requires ARRT MR certification and at least two years of MRI experience, with proficiency in EMR, RIS, and PACS. CPR/BLS certification is also required.

Qualifications

• Education: JRCERT accredited program required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Work Experience: minimum 2 years in general MRI; cardiac MRI experience preferred.
• Certification: ARRT MR certification required; CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality general MRI scan procedures to support accurate diagnosis and patient care.
• Performs high quality cardiac MRI procedures to support accurate diagnosis.
• Performs IV injections for MRI procedures as required.
• Post processes MRI studies for accurate diagnosis as needed.
• Follows department and MRI safety practices to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Uses hospital information systems (EMR, scheduling, RIS and PACS).

Education

JRCERT accredited program

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

ARRT MR Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

• Facility *National Jewish Health - Main Campus
• Department Imaging
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Day Shift and Evening Shift

Performs quality diagnostic general and cardiac MRI procedures in accordance with standards set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This position works within the interdisciplinary team to provide safe and personalized care for patients.

• Performs high quality general MRI scan procedures to support accurate diagnosis while maintaining high quality patient care.
• Performs high quality cardiac MRI procedures to support accurate diagnosis.
• Performs IV injections for all MRI procedures as required.
• Post processes MRI studies for accurate diagnosis as needed.
• Follows all department and MRI safety practices and protocols to ensure patients, visitors, and employee’s safety.
• Uses hospital information systems proficiently including but not limited to; EMR, scheduling, RIS and PACS software applications.

Other Duties

• Performs as back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as necessary.
• Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
• Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
• Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Professional Development or Continuous Learning and Development: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill to enhance their contribution to the organization.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility

None

Travel

None

Core Values

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
• Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Successful completion of an approved JRCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology) program required. Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience working in general MRI required. Experience performing cardiac MRI studies preferred.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Current R.T. (MR) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) required.If the ARRT certification was obtained prior to 2000 under special eligibility provision, graduation from an accredited program is not required.Current CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.

Salary Range: $44.35 - $58.66

Benefits

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off:Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans:Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings:403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives:Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement:Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance:Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness:Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance:Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits:Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts:Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

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Anticipated Application Deadline: 2026-09-04

National Jewish Health
Human Resources
1400 Jackson St
Denver, CO 80206
303.398.1035
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National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution and is a longstanding cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community. National Jewish Health seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support the mission, vision and values of the Institution. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, marital, familial or parental status, genetic information, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification. We are a tobacco and fragrance-free environment.