MRI Tech

Santiam Hospital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform routine and specialized MRI procedures with a focus on patient safety and high-quality diagnostic information. You will document all steps, transmit images to teleradiology, and communicate findings to medical staff as required.

The role requires ARRT MRI or ARMRIT certification, degree in diagnostic imaging, state licensure, and BLS at hire. Experience in acute care settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited school of diagnostic imaging.
• ARRT MRI certification or ARMRIT certification required/acceptable.
• Current licensure by the state board for Medical Imaging.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire date.
• Ability to communicate with patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized MRI procedures with quality patient care.
• Transmit MRI images to teleradiology services when needed.
• Communicate MRI reports to ordering staff on request.
• Maintain and complete MRI documentation and log books clearly and timely.
• Assist with department reception, paperwork, and clerical tasks.
• Ensure patient safety and proper screening before procedures.
• Transport patients to and from the MRI area as required.
• Explain procedures, protocols, and expectations to patients.
• Check that no metallic items enter the MRI suite and help with patient prep.
• Obtain relevant patient medical history and document it.
• Respond appropriately to cardiac arrest situations and emergencies.
• Stay alert to potential dangers to patients or staff.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Age-group communication

Aptitude for medical imaging safety

Education

Degree in diagnostic imaging

Licensure by state board

ARRT MRI certification

ARMRIT certification

Tools

PACS

Radiology info systems

Clinical information systems

Job description

Functions Specific to Role as MRI Technologist

• Responsible for performing all routine and specialized MRI procedures by integrating medical knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information.
• Perform MRI studies promptly and accurately according to provider orders and established standards.
• Complete all required documentation clearly and in a timely manner, including MRI log book entries, and screening sheets.
• Transmit MRI study images to contracted teleradiology services as needed.
• Communicate MRI study reports to ordering medical staff upon request.
• Provide assistance with departmental reception, paperwork, and clerical tasks as needed.
• Remain flexible and willing to work at assigned times and locations designated by the Diagnostic Imaging Director.
• Ensure patient safety and well‑being at all times.
• Transport patients to and from the MRI area when appropriate.
• Clearly explain MRI procedures, protocols, and expectations to patients.
• Assist patients with dressing/undressing and ensure no metallic or inappropriate items enter the MRI suite.
• Ensure patients complete and understand all required MRI paperwork.
• Consistently follow MRI safety rules and provide proper protection for patients and staff.
• Obtain and document relevant patient medical history.
• Respond appropriately to cardiac arrest situations.
• Stay alert for potential dangers to patients or hospital staff.

Work Area & Equipment Maintenance

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Perform daily equipment checks, including verifying proper oxygen source function.
• Report equipment requiring repair promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Ensure all items sent out for repair and returned have evaluated by MRI personnel to ensure items safe for MRI environment.
• Check and restock supplies daily, including forms, contrast, linens, and related materials.
• Maintain sanitary conditions by cleaning the patient table, footstool, gantry, and couch after each use.
• Adapt quickly to new techniques and procedures related to the role.
• Attend continuing education programs relevant to radiology and MRI practice.
• Maintain proficiency with PACS, radiology information systems, and clinical information systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the department.

Job Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

• Demonstrated knowledge of radiologic and MRI safety, terminology, practices, procedures, physiology, and human cross-sectional anatomy, including general epidemiological theory, infectious disease concepts, and rules of disinfection, sanitization, and sterilization management.
• Three years of experience within an acute healthcare setting.
• Aptitude in verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with people in all age groups.
• Possession of a degree from an accredited school of diagnostic imaging.
• ARRT (R) (MRI) Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, or ARMRIT certification is required.
• ARMRIT Technologists will not require ARRT Certification.
• Possession of current licensure by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging for Medical Imaging.
• Possession of current applicable certification and registration.
• Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States.
• Possession of a driver license or analogous identification.
• Willingness to participate in Hospital orientation and educational in-service.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

Santiam Hospital & Clinics complies with MGMA on Section 1557 – Notice of non-discrimination and language services.