MRI Technologist

Henry Community Health; New Castle (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education scholarships

Generous paid days off

Employer funded pension

Health, vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Henry Community Health seeks an MRI Technologist to operate MRI equipment, ensure patient safety, and deliver high-quality diagnostic scans. The role emphasizes teamwork with radiologists, nursing staff, and scheduling to manage add-on examinations.

Requirements include a two-year AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program, ARRT registration, and Indiana licensure, with generally 3 years of technologist experience. A retention bonus is offered after 90 days, and full-time hours are provided.

Qualifications

• Two-year AMA-approved Radiologic Technology training or MRI-specific post-training.
• ARRT registration and Indiana State Board of Health certification required.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients and staff; typically 3 years of experience as a staff technologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepare MRI room and ensure equipment and supplies are ready.
• Prepare patients and explain procedures; gather information as needed.
• Adhere to MRI safety standards at all times.
• Operate MRI scanner to produce detailed diagnostic images.
• Coordinate with Central Scheduling and other departments for add-on exams.
• Perform venipuncture/IV initiation for patients of all ages.
• Consult with radiologists and physicians regarding patient conditions or exam appropriateness.
• Remain calm and professional during emergencies.
• Troubleshoot equipment/scanner failures and inform supervisors.

Skills

MRI knowledge

Patient care

Safety protocols

Interpersonal skills

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Tech program

State licensure (Indiana)

Tools

MRI equipment

PACS

Job description

Overview

Join our leading diagnostic team as an MRI Technologist. In this role, you will operate advanced imaging technology, ensure patient safety, and deliver the precise scans needed for accurate diagnoses. If you are a compassionate professional dedicated to clinical excellence.

*$10,000.00 Retention Bonus offered at the end of 90 days

Responsibilities

• Prepares MRI room for the application of diagnostic examinations, making sure equipment is functioning properly and adequate supplies are available.


• Prepares patients for examinations and informs them of the purpose of examination, gathers information from patients as necessary.


• Demonstrates knowledge of and consistently applies all required MRI safety standards.


• Operates specialized MRI scanner to provide adequate. detailed diagnostic information.


• Communicates with Central Scheduling and other departments in scheduling add-on examinations, answers voicemail and pages ASAP


• Demonstrates proper technique and appropriate knowledge in performing venipuncture/IV initiation for patients of all ages.


• Consults with radiologists, physicians and nursing staff regarding any change in the patient conditions or for clarification/appropriateness of ordered examination.


• Performs in a calm, efficient, and professional manner in an emergency situation.


• Takes responsibility for trouble shooting equipment/scanner failures. Contacts service engineers when needed and keeps supervisor/director informed of status.

Qualifications

• Work requires a comprehensive knowledge of MRI equipment, procedures and cross sectional anatomy, usually obtained during the course of a two year AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology or through MRI specific post-training.


• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and certification by the Indiana State Board of Health is required.


• Work requires the ability to effectively deal with patients, physicians, and coworkers to carry out all of the functions of the MRI area in an efficient manner. This is normally acquired after three (3) years as a staff or supervisory Registered Technologist.

Benefits

We believe that work-life balance is critical to fulfilling our values of excellence and service. That’s why we offer flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, bonuses and discounts for you and your family. In addition to health, vision and dental insurance; a few of the benefits available at HCH include:

• Continuing education scholarships


• Generous paid days off (PDO) - with the option to rollover unused hours each year


• Employer funded pension

Working Hours

- Full-Time - 3P - 11P - Monday through Friday