MRI Tech - PRN

15400 Intermountain Medical Center; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Intermountain Health's Intermountain Medical Center Imaging (MRI) department seeks an MRI Technologist for PRN coverage. You will perform diagnostic MRI exams, maintain image quality, and ensure patient safety and comfort.

You will work with radiologists and physicians to deliver high-quality imaging results. The role requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT cross-training, BLS certification, and IV competency within 30 days.

Qualifications

• ARRT MR or ARMRIT or ARRt cross-trained in MRI.
• BLS for healthcare providers.
• IV competency within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT/ARRT/ARMRIT competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Prepares patient, verifies orders, and ensures proper patient identification.
• Performs MRI exams per protocol with image quality review.
• Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe environment.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising care.
• Instructs students and other MRI staff on protocols and positioning.
• Provides patient education and ensures comfort and addressing concerns.
• Maintains infection control and sterile technique.
• Operates equipment and information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records of procedures and adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC, and equipment reporting.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Image evaluation

Equipment operation

Contrast protocols

Emergency response

Independent work

Teamwork

Effective communication

Electronic imaging

Task prioritization

Clean environment

MRI safety

Education

ARRT MR / ARMRIT / ARRt cross-trained

BLS certification

IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Job description

Job Summary

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic MRI exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Specifics

Schedule / Shift Details: PRN – no set shifts, provide coverage when needed, typically 10-hour shifts.

Unit / Location: Intermountain Medical Center – Imaging (MRI).

Responsibilities

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Assists and instructs students and other MRI Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

• Anatomy knowledge
• Image evaluation
• Equipment operation
• Contrast protocols
• Emergency response
• Independent work
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Electronic imaging
• Task prioritization
• Clean environment
• MRI safety

Minimum Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) cross‑trained in MRI
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• 1‑2 years of MRI technologist experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center
Work City: Murray
Work State: Utah

Schedule and Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$39.16 – $60.42

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Equal Opportunity

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Additional Information

Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

Recruitment Process and Data Use

All positions subject to close without notice. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. All positions subject to close without notice.