MRI Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend incentive

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to join our Imaging Services team for weekend nights (Fri–Sun, 7p–7a). The role focuses on high-quality MRI examinations, patient preparation, equipment operation, and strict safety protocols in the magnetic environment.

You will capture clear, diagnostic images, verify orders, minimize artifacts, and maintain excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable, efficient diagnostic experience for our diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program and 1–3 years experience in MR, upon hire
• Graduate of an accredited MRI Program, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MRI examinations to aid diagnosis.
• Prepare patients and operate MRI equipment.
• Ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment.
• Capture detailed and accurate anatomical images.
• Prioritize workload and coordinate exams.
• Assess orders and patient diagnosis to determine optimal images.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Safety in MRI

Workflow prioritization

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program

Graduate of an accredited MRI Program

Tools

MRI Scanner

ARRT Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Weekend Nights: Fri-Sun 7p-7a

Sign on bonus and additional weekend incentive

As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions.

Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images.

To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.

• Uses two patient identifiers
• Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy
• Assesses patient for possible artifacts and takes appropriate action to prevent interference with image
• Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload.
• Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no conflicts of exams.
• Assesses the doctor’s order and the patient’s diagnosis to determine optimal images.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program and 1-3 years 1 year of experience in MR, upon hire and
• Graduate of an accredited MRI Program, upon hire
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire or
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.