MRI Technologist (Tech) - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to support daily modality operations at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. You will perform MRI imaging according to established protocols under radiologist supervision.

The role requires operating MRI equipment, ensuring safety, and providing patient care before, during and after procedures, with opportunities to train others and participate in ongoing education.

Qualifications

• 1 year of MRI department experience preferred.
• ARRT certification/registration required or within one year of hire.
• BLS certification preferred prior to direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of MRI workflows, procedures, operation and processes.
• Apply MRI safety principles to minimize risk to patient and staff.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of patient data and procedures.
• Select proper MRI pulse sequences and scan parameters per protocols.
• Assist in training and supervising MRI students and new staff.
• Provide direct patient care and instructions before, during and after the procedure.
• Perform IV injections and administer contrast agents as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and report malfunctions to radiology staff.

Skills

MRI safety principles

Direct patient care

Operating MRI equipment

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology (ARRT-accredited)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

• Higher Pay Scales and Sign-On Incentives
• Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve
• Rewarding Higher Differentials with working on the Weekend

Mercy Health Youngstown

Sign On Bonus $12,500

• Higher Pay Scales and Sign-On Incentives
• Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve
• Rewarding Higher Differentials with working on the Weekend

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

MRI Technologist (Tech) - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Job Summary

The MRI Tech is responsible for daily modality operations. They perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols and works closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians.

Essential Functions

• Knowledge in workflows, procedures, operation, and processes of the MRI imaging modalities.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Confirms the quality and accuracy of all pertinent patient and procedural data.
• Selects proper MRI pulse sequences and scan parameters according to established protocols.
• Contributes to the training and education of new staff and assists in oversight of MRI students.
• Provides direct patient care and instructions before, during, and after procedure.
• Performs IV injections and administers magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure.
• Troubleshoots equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and reports malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor.

Education

• Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)

Licensure/Certification

• Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry (MR) (required, or must within one year of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.