MRI Technologist

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement: 403(b) plan

Well-being support: EAP, counseling

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an imaging professional to deliver high-quality diagnostic images and ensure patient safety in cross-sectional imaging. You will position patients, perform pre-screening, and transfer images to PACS for physician review.

Qualifications include BLS and radiologic/sonography credentials as outlined in the minimum requirements, with strong attention to safety, data integrity, and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic images by operating scanning equipment and selecting precise technical parameters to visualize pathologies.
• Position patients for cross-sectional imaging to optimize safety and comfort and conduct pre-screening and education for every exam.
• Enter patient history accurately and transfer images to PACS to ensure complete records for physician review.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant imaging environment by following radiation safety guidelines and keeping the department orderly.
• Monitor equipment performance and report malfunctions to ensure uninterrupted patient care.

Job description

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic images by expertly operating scanning equipment and selecting the precise technical parameters required to visualize complex body pathologies.
• Prioritize patient safety and comfort by accurately positioning individuals for cross-sectional imaging and conducting thorough pre-screening and education for every exam.
• Manage the integrity of clinical data by meticulously entering patient history and transferring images to PACS, ensuring every record is complete and ready for physician review.
• Champion a safe and compliant clinical environment by strictly following radiation safety guidelines and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the imaging department.
• Guarantee operational excellence by monitoring equipment performance and proactively reporting malfunctions to ensure consistent, uninterrupted care for our patients.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic images by expertly operating scanning equipment and selecting the precise technical parameters required to visualize complex body pathologies.
• Prioritize patient safety and comfort by accurately positioning individuals for cross-sectional imaging and conducting thorough pre-screening and education for every exam.
• Manage the integrity of clinical data by meticulously entering patient history and transferring images to PACS, ensuring every record is complete and ready for physician review.
• Champion a safe and compliant clinical environment by strictly following radiation safety guidelines and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the imaging department.
• Guarantee operational excellence by monitoring equipment performance and proactively reporting malfunctions to ensure consistent, uninterrupted care for our patients.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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