MRI Technologist

Avera Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls seeks an MRI Technologist to operate MRI equipment, prepare patients, and perform diagnostic imaging under physician direction. You will maintain records, ensure safety, and coordinate exam schedules within the Radiology Department.

Required is an Associate’s degree and ARRT radiography certification; MRI experience is preferred. The role involves rotating evenings and nights with on‑site shifts and a potential $10,000 sign‑on bonus.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree or equivalent from a 2-year college or hospital radiologic program.
• ARRT Radiography certification upon hire.
• MR imaging certification is preferred; 1–3 years MRI experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and adjust MRI equipment; position patients and instruct procedures.
• Perform MRI procedures accurately and coordinate daily exam schedules for efficiency.
• Assist with staff training and MRI class preparation/orientation.
• Maintain records for MRI, QA, Joint Commission, OSHA as required by law.
• Provide detailed reports to management and consult with radiologists and physicians on exams.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

ARRT Radiography certification

MR ARRT certification (preferred)

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Location:

Avera McKennan Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Evening and Night Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$32.25 - $48.50

Position Highlights

• May be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus!


• Rotating evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

A Brief Overview

Responsible for operating MRI equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and procedures.

What you will do

• Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for performing MRI. Positions and instructs patients regarding procedures. Maintains competency with IV injections for the administration of IV contrast media.


• Performs MRI procedures accurately and efficiently and according to established standards. Coordinates daily schedules for efficiency and assesses exam completion.


• Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation. May assist in preparing for and conducting MRI classes.


• Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Radiology Department, Quality Assurance Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the law.


• Maintains all records/reports required for the MRI area (i.e. patient records, volume records and equipment records).


• Provides detailed reports to management as requested.


• Consults with radiologist, physicians and other patient-care personnel as to specific details of individual exams and for specialized protocols.


• Researches lab data results, be familiar with IV Access Systems/Restrictions, and monitors injection of contrast material and patient condition throughout the exam.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Associate's or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school, or hospital based Radiologic Technology Program


• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire


• Less than 1 year Thorough knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices and procedures, physiology and human anatomy

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire


• 1-3 years of training/experience in MRI

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.


• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.


• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.


• Maintain confidentiality.


• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.


• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].