MRI Technologist I - Outpatient - Day / FT - Smyrna

Christiana Care Health System; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare Springside is seeking a Full-Time CT Scan Technologist I to join our imaging team. The role requires ARRT certification, MRI proficiency, and Cerner experience, with flexibility to work at multiple locations and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities include performing MRI procedures, ensuring safety screenings, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and accurately documenting patient data. Training for MRI certification within two years is expected.

Qualifications

• ARIA/ARRT radiology registry completion required.
• ARRT MRI registry completion required within two years of hire.
• State licensure on radiation protection required.
• Cross sectional anatomy training completed or in progress.
• Associate's degree required (or related AS degree with upgrade pathway).
• CPR certification required.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for safe patient positioning.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency with MRI units and related radiology systems.
• Performs MRI procedures and quality control per protocols.
• Conducts MRI safety screenings for patients and implanted devices.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (ACR, Joint Commission).
• Completes all imaging and non-imaging procedures within scheduled times.
• Enters patient study information accurately into care systems.
• Assists with workflow coordination and patient care activities.
• Obtains clinical history and appropriate consent.

Skills

MR Technologist-experience

ARRT Registered Technologist

ARRT Advanced MRI Certification

Cerner training

Customer service

Flexibility in hours

Ability to work independently

Alternate locations

Education

ARRT radiology registry (2-year program)

ARRT MRI registry (within 2 years)

State Radiation Protection licensure

Cross sectional anatomy training

AS degree or related field (or AS in progress)

CPR certification

PEEPS certification

Tools

None

Job description

Are you interested in working for an organization passionate about love and excellence?

ChristianaCare is a nonprofit health system with a mission of service. We believe that the key to providing truly excellent health care is to partner with our patients and their families, building a system of care that is effective, affordable and valuable to everyone who is touched by it.

TheChristianaCare Springside location is currently recruiting for a Full-Time CT Scan Technologist I.

Shift

• 7:45am-4:15p.
• Weekends as required. (Approximately every 90 days)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of MRI units, radiology supported computer systems and CD burners.
• Performs MRI procedures and quality control as defined by departmental protocols.
• Performs MRI safety screenings for patients and research implanted devices prior to scanning.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in ACR and state licenses. Complies with Joint Commission regulations.
• Completes all technical assigned imaging and non-imaging procedures in the designated scheduled times.
• Enters accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
• Assist with the coordination of workflow and patient care activities.
• Obtain clinical history regarding reason for examination and obtains appropriate consent.
• Verifies insurance pre-authorization as defined by departmental protocols prior to scanning patient.
• Maintains patient confidentially.
• Uses 2 patient identifiers at all times.
• Demonstrates ability to obtain IV access.
• Ability to assess patient for adverse reactions and/or changes in patient status.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of contrast media injectors.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform i-STAT testing and accurate calculation of GFR following established departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• MR Technologist-experience required.
• ARRT Registered Technologist required.
• ARRT Advanced MRI Certification required within 2 years of hire.
• Cerner training required.
• Excellent customer service/telephone skills required.
• Flexibility in hours is required.
• Flexibility to work at alternate locations as needed.
• Ability to work independently.

Education Requirements

• Completion of ARRT registry in radiologic technology required (two-year accredited program).
• Completion of ARRT registry in MRI required (achieved within two years of hire).
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is required.
• Completion of formal and/or on the job training on cross sectional anatomy.
• An Associate's degree is required; candidates are required to attain an
• Associatesof Sciencedegree (can be substituted within a related field), within three (3) years of their start date as outlinedin the Education Agreement required to be signed as a condition of employment.
• Certification in CPR.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.

Special Requirements

• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is required.
• The successful completion of the MRI Registry exam is a job requirement. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a grace period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.
• Completion of IV training course.

This position pays $38.13 to $52.43 based on experience. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 31, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/