MRI Technologist - PRN

Boone Hospital Center; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone Health in Missouri is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging in an acute care MRI department for adult and pediatric patients. You will ensure high-quality imaging, explain procedures, and provide patient care before and after scans.

The role requires A.R.R.T. RT(R) and MR certifications within 1 year of hire, and BLS within 30 days. Experience ranges 0-4 years; PRN shift; collaboration with radiologists is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiography required.
• ARRT RT(R) certification required; MR certification within 1 year of hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI imaging examinations.
• May be trained in QC or invasive procedures such as needle biopsies.
• Explain procedures to patients and maintain a safe environment.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure patient care.
• Review chart orders and validate exam reasons.
• Interview patients about history, implants, allergies.
• Position patients and follow scanning protocols for diagnostic quality.
• Operate imaging equipment and adjust parameters for quality images.
• Administer contrast under radiologist supervision when applicable.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and safety.
• Follow Magnetic Resonance Safety policies.
• Maintain records in clinical documentation systems; manage PACS/EMR entries.
• Follow safety guidelines per ACR and regulators.
• Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare staff.
• Provide instructions and evaluations for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient safety

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree in Radiography

Tools

ARRT RT(R)

MR certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging procedures in an acute care MRI department to adult and/or pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs imaging examinations in MRI;
• May also be trained to perform QC or invasive procedures, such as needle biopsies;
• Explains procedures to patients and maintains a safe and comfortable environment;
• Provides necessary pre- and post- procedure patient care;
• Completes review of patients’ chart to verify exam orders and validate reason for exam;
• Interview patients regarding personal history, implanted devices, contrast allergies, etc.;
• Practices proper patient positioning and scanning protocols to achieve diagnostic quality imaging;
• Adjust, maintain, and operate imaging equipment by following applicable protocol parameters to acquire high-quality, diagnostic images;
• Administer contrast under radiologists’ supervision, when applicable;
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and ensure safety throughout the procedure;
• Implement Magnetic Resonance Safety policies and procedures set by the organization;
• Maintain accurate records within clinical documentation support systems; Manages imaging data in PACS and documents procedures in EMR.
• Follows best practice safety guidelines as established by ACR and other regulatory bodies;
• Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare professionals;
• Provides clinical instructions and evaluations for students;
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree: Associate degree in Radiography
• Experience: 0-4 years
• Supervisor Experience: None required
• Licenses & Certifications: R.T.(R) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Magnetic Resonance (MR) certification by the ARRT required within 1 year of being hired into the position. BLS required within 30 days of employment.

Working Conditions

• Chemical Substances
• Direct Patient Care
• Exposure to Blood/Fluid
• Hazardous Materials
• Infectious Diseases
• Radiation
• Work Shift PRN (United States of America)

Legal Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer Boone Health is a mid-Missouri health care network of primary care offices, private practice clinics, outpatient services and affiliated hospitals, including Boone Hospital Center. Boone Hospital Center is a 392-bed full-service hospital located in Columbia, Mo. It is a regional referral center located in the center of the state. The hospital provides progressive health care programs, services, and technology to residents in 26 mid-Missouri counties. Boone Hospital Center was named the top hospital in mid-Missouri by U.S. News & World Report from 2015-2023 and was ranked as a Top 100 Hospital by Healthgrades for 2023 and 2024. Boone Hospital Center is mid-Missouri’s only designated Magnet® Hospital for Nursing Excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Boone Health was named America’s #46 Best Mid-Sized Employer by Forbes.