MRI Technologist - South MRI - Weekend Option Evening Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $6,000

Relocation Bonus up to $3,000

Front-loaded PTO up to 40 hours

Certification Pay up to $0.50/hr

Career Ladder up to $5,000

Job summary

CoxHealth South MRI department in Springfield, MO seeks an MRI Technologist to operate MRI scanners, screen patients, and ensure imaging quality. Evening shift, 36 hours per week, with strong emphasis on safety and patient communication.

Required ARRT‑accredited radiologic technology training with 1 year MRI experience or MRI program completion; ARRT MR certification due within 12 months of hire. Competitive benefits and career ladder opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 1 year MRI experience or completion of an ARRT‑accredited MRI training program.
• ARRT MR certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanner(s) following MRI safety guidelines.
• Interview and screen patients for exam appropriateness and history.
• Explain MRI procedures to patients and families to ensure exam success.
• Administer IV contrast and evaluate image quality for diagnostic status.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

MR knowledge

Computer systems

Time management

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Teamwork

Education

ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program

Bachelor's Degree in Radiology (preferred) / ARRT MR certification

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department: 1096 MRI South

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Hours: 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.

• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.

• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here:Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description:

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus
• Up to $0.50 Certification Pay
• Career Ladder up to $5,000

Job Summary

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner(s) within all guidelines of MRI safety. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of MRI safety zones and practices all safety guidelines. Interview/screen patient for appropriateness of exam and patient history and documents such accurately. Explain MRI procedures to patient/family for ultimate success of exam. Administer appropriate contrast media intravenously and accurately evaluate images to ensure quality and diagnostic status of exam.

Education:

• Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited program in Radiologic Technology
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Certification in ARRT MR

Experience:

• Required: 1 year dedicated experience in MRI OR Graduate of an approved MRI training program and Registry Eligible

Skills:

• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of current MR technical information.
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• ARRT - R
• ARRT - MR must be obtained within one year of hire date

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MRI Tech, MRI Specialist