MRI Technologist: Precision Imaging & Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Terrytown (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Registered MRI Technologist to maintain MRI safety and perform routine procedures, mentoring junior staff and students. You will verify orders, operate MRI equipment, ensure image quality, and support imaging operations in a fast-paced environment.

Required education is a high school diploma with ARRT/ARMRIT/CAMRT MR registration and BLS. Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays may be involved.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ARRT/ARMRIT/CAMRT MR technologist registration or equivalent.
• BLS from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Operates MRI equipment per protocol, including IV placement.
• Reviews patient images for diagnostic quality prior to transmission.
• Completes timely quality control procedures per regulatory standards.
• Assists in departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication to patient population and maintains privacy.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

MRI knowledge

Confidentiality

Working under pressure

Flexibility

Cardiac anatomy

Doppler physics

Interventional procedure support

Patient-centered care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ARRT registered or ARMRIT CAMRT MR technologist

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Registered MRI Technologist to maintain MRI safety and perform routine procedures, mentoring junior staff and students. You will verify orders, operate MRI equipment, ensure image quality, and support imaging operations in a fast-paced environment.

Required education is a high school diploma with ARRT/ARMRIT/CAMRT MR registration and BLS. Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays may be involved.