MRI Technologist - Children's Hospital - Shift 3 X 12

Oklahoma Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on bonus

Student loan repayment up to $25,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OU Health is seeking an MRI Technologist for the Pediatric Radiology department. The role, available at levels I–III, involves performing routine MRI exams under supervision, preparing patients, and ensuring safety and image quality for accurate diagnoses.

Eligible candidates may be new grads or experienced technologists with BLS and ARRT/ARMRIT credentials within 12 months of hire. Sign‑on and relocation benefits may be offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited imaging, radiology or nuclear medicine program as defined by ARRT or ARMRIT.
• ARRT(RT) or ARMRIT certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine MRI examinations under supervision following established protocols and safety guidelines.
• Prepare patients, review clinical history, and ensure imaging quality for physician interpretation.
• Safely administer contrast per protocol and monitor patient responses.
• Transfer images to EMR/PACS and complete basic documentation.
• Participate in quality control, equipment maintenance, and infection control per manufacturer instructions.

Skills

Patient care

Safety protocols

Medical imaging knowledge

Communication

Education

Radiology/Imaging program graduate

Associate degree (II/III level)

Tools

BLS (AHA) certification

ARRT(RT) or ARMRIT certification

Job description

Position Title: MRI Technologist - Children's Hospital - Shift 3 X 12

Department: Pediatric Radiology

Job Description

This position may be filled as an MRI Technologist Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications.

Special Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus for qualified individuals
• Student loan repayment up to $25,000
• Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles

General Description

The MRI Technologist I position is an entry‑level role that, under direct supervision, performs routine MRI examinations in accordance with established protocols, safety guidelines, and quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Utilizing core knowledge, skills, abilities, and available resources, provides safe, high‑quality, efficient, and patient‑centered care and support services under routine or emergent conditions.
• Care is delivered under appropriate supervision across a variety of settings.
• Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with physician‑ordered exams to support appropriate imaging.
• Safely administers contrast per protocol.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize basic imaging artifacts and implement corrective measures independently or under guidance.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team to support desired clinical outcomes and service standards.
• Accurately transfers images and associated data to designated systems, completes basic technical documentation, and prepares studies for physician reporting.
• Carries out operator‑level quality control checks, cleaning, high‑level disinfection, and basic equipment maintenance per manufacturer instructions and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document in EMR/PACS.
• Actively participates in continuing education, professional development, and research initiatives to maintain competencies and advance quality of care and treatment practices.
• Supports inventory tasks as needed to help ensure supplies are available.

If trained and verified in Cardiac MRI, the following responsibilities apply:

• Acquire standard cardiac imaging sequences including: LV function imaging, Short‑axis cine stacks, basic morphology and functional assessments.
• Apply ECG gating techniques including: retrospective gating, prospective gating, real‑time imaging as indicated.
• Troubleshoot basic ECG signal issues.
• Recognize common rhythm patterns.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MRI Technologist I Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited imaging, radiology or nuclear medicine program as defined by ARRT or ARMRIT or Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
• Experience: No prior MRI experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• ARRT(RT) or ARMRIT certification required within 12 months of hire.

MRI Technologist II Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of MRI experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• ARRT(RT)(MR) or ARMRIT certification is required.

MRI Technologist III Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of MRI experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• ARRT(RT)(MR) or ARMRIT certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Foundational knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, basic radiologic technology concepts, and MRI‑related terminology.
• Applies core MRI theory, practices, and techniques to perform examinations and complete basic post‑processing, analysis, and documentation with general supervision or assistance.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned clinical and non‑clinical work tasks with guidance and direction, progressively developing independence in managing routine responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain composed in stressful situations with guidance and support, progressively developing effective coping and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of cross‑sectional anatomy.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
• Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.
• Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

If trained and verified in Cardiac MRI, the following knowledge, skills and ability requirements apply:

• Proficiency in breath hold coaching, patient positioning, cardiac anatomy identification.
• Knowledge of cardiac MRI contraindications.
• Knowledge and understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology.

Company Information

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals.

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