MRI Technologist: Expert Imaging & Patient Care

CHI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston, TX is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MRI exams, prepare patients, operate advanced MRI equipment, and ensure safety in the magnetic environment.

You will capture detailed anatomical images with meticulous attention to image quality and patient comfort. The role requires strict MRI safety protocols, proper patient communication, and up-to-date ARRT MRI or ARRT Radiography credentials within 9 months, plus BLS certification at hire.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate upon hire.
• Registered Technologist MRI or ARRT Radiography/ARMRIT MRI within 9 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce magnetic field safety for MRI patients, staff and visitors.
• Monitor patient condition before and after the scan for safety and comfort.
• Explain testing procedures to patient to ensure understanding of the exam.
• Position and instruct patient regarding MRI preparation.
• Knowledge of head, thorax and abdomen anatomy, MRI terminology and procedures.
• Familiar with specific MRI coding systems.

Skills

MRI safety protocols

Patient positioning

Image quality assessment

Education

High School Diploma

ARRT MRI or ARRT Radiography/ARMRIT MRI within 9 months

BLS certification

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston, TX is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MRI exams, prepare patients, operate advanced MRI equipment, and ensure safety in the magnetic environment.

You will capture detailed anatomical images with meticulous attention to image quality and patient comfort. The role requires strict MRI safety protocols, proper patient communication, and up-to-date ARRT MRI or ARRT Radiography credentials within 9 months, plus BLS certification at hire.