MRI Tech

Ardent Health Services; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking an MRI Technologist for weekend shift, full-time in Athens, TX. The role involves performing MRI procedures under the Imaging Department Director and radiologists, ensuring quality imaging and patient care.

You will work in a team-focused environment with overtime and call-back requirements. Ideal candidates are enrolled in radiologic technology programs and hold ARRT MRI eligibility with BLS within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in an approved school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT registered in MRI within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• Preferred: 2–3 years as diagnostic technologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Works under Imaging Department Director, MRI supervisor and radiologists.
• Subject to overtime and call back as required.

Skills

MRI procedures

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in radiologic technology program

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a weekend shift, full-time, MRI Technologist in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Pittsburg offers 25 private rooms, a 24-hour Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center, surgical suites, advanced diagnostics, a sleep lab, swing bed care, 16 physician offices, and a UT Health East Texas Olympic Center fitness facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI procedures in order to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Functions under the direction of the Imaging Department Director (or designee), the MRI supervisor and in cooperation with the radiologists.
• This position is subject to overtime and call back as required by the hospital.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in an approved school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT registered in MRI within 18 months of hire (Director/Coordinator discretion allowed).
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Knowledge and ability to operate all equipment and perform all MRI procedures as normally required in these areas.
• 2 to 3 years as a diagnostic technologist.