MRI Technologist PRN

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks an MRI Technologist PRN to operate and maintain MR equipment, obtain diagnostic images, and ensure patient safety and comfort at the Main Campus Jackson. The role requires licensure with the Mississippi State Department of Health and ARRT MRI/R credentials, plus BLS within 90 days and MRI certification within 24 months.

The position involves direct patient care, adherence to safety and quality standards, and collaboration with radiology staff to

Qualifications

• Must hold Mississippi Medical Radiologic Technologist license and ARRT Radiography (R) certification.
• BLS certification required post-hire within 90 days.
• MRI certification from ARRT required post-hire within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
• Explains procedures to patient and records medical history relevant to the condition.
• Develops and views images and forwards for review/interpretation.

Skills

MRI procedures knowledge

MRI equipment knowledge

MRI film processors

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Quality control

Alleviate patient anxiety

Education

Mississippi Medical Radiologic Technologist license

ARRT Radiography (R) certification

BLS certification (post-hire within 90 days)

ARRT MRI certification (post-hire within 24 months)

Tools

MRI equipment operation

MRI film processors

Job description

Hello,

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.

Thank you,

Human Resources

Job Requisition ID:

R00053194

Job Category:

Allied Health

Organization:

MRI-Techs

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

MRI Technologist PRN

Job Summary:

To operate and maintain a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner to obtain images on patients to diagnose the nature and extent of designated pathologies, while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Education & Experience

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:
Medical Radiologic Technologist license from the Mississippi State Department of Health and Radiography (R) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association required post-hire within 90 days. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required post-hire within twenty-four (24) months.

Job applications may be accepted for candidates that currently meet the minimum qualifications or candidates actively pursuing the certifications, licenses, or registration requirements who will meet all minimum requirements within three (3) months. Minimum qualifications must be satisfied prior to starting work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of magnetic resonance imaging procedures and technology. Knowledge of specifications, standards, and tolerances for the operation of MRI equipment and facilities. Skill in the operation of magnetic resonance film processors and ancillary equipment. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards. Ability to alleviate patient anxiety.

Responsibilities

• Performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
• Explains procedures to patient, obtains and records medical history relevant to the condition being viewed, selects appropriate equipment settings, and positions the patient in a manner to facilitate optimum imaging results.
• Develops and views images to determine quality and forwards for review and interpretation; maintains applicable patient documentation.
• Maintains adequate supplies and a clean work area; reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety; provides physical and psychological comfort to patient.
• Ensures compliance with workplace safety, environmental, exposure control, and/or infection control practices.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires constant exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

No

Pay Class:

Hourly

FTE %:

0

Job Posting Date:

09/28/2026