MRI Technologist - Woodlands

UT MD Anderson

The Woodlands (TX)

On-site

USD 89,000 - 133,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

PTO and extended illness bank

Tuition Assistance Program

Defined-benefit pension plan

Job summary

UT MD Anderson in The Woodlands is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging services. This role involves performing advanced imaging procedures and ensuring the safety and comfort of patients.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to execute imaging protocols, engage in ongoing professional development, and contribute to life-saving cancer care while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

Required to perform advanced imaging procedures.
Must adhere to safety standards and protocols.
Requires effective communication with care team members.

Responsibilities

Perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed.
Conduct patient assessments and ensure safety.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for accurate imaging.

Skills

Patient care

Magnetic resonance imaging

Safety protocols

Technical skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited JRCERT Program

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

Magnetic resonance imaging equipment

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist to support high-quality diagnostic imaging services that directly impact patient care. This role works closely with radiologists, physicists, clinicians, nursing staff, and other members of the care team to ensure safe, accurate, and timely magnetic resonance imaging procedures.

As a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist at UT MD Anderson, you perform advanced technical and specialized imaging procedures in alignment with institutional standards, American College of Radiology guidelines, and patient safety requirements. You play a critical role in supporting the center’s mission to eliminate cancer through integrated patient care, research, education, and prevention.

Why Us?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to life‑saving cancer care while working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You will support innovative diagnostic imaging that advances patient outcomes, research, and education, while benefiting from a workplace that values professional growth, operational excellence, and work‑life balance.

Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Patient Care and Safety

Perform magnetic resonance imaging procedures as prescribed, supporting routine, advanced, inpatient, immediate care, and on‑call imaging needs.
Conduct patient interviews, assessments, education, discharge processes, and transportation within scope of practice.
Safely screen patients for implanted devices and manage clinical and research‑driven device evaluations and clearances.
Maintain strict magnetic resonance imaging safety practices, access control of magnetic resonance zones, and National Patient Safety Goals.
Recognize patient distress and initiate or assist with emergency response teams including Code Blue and rapid response.
Administer contrast media following manufacturer standards and the six rights of medication administration.
Adhere to infection control practices, sterile and aseptic techniques, and age‑specific care criteria.
Monitor patient environments to ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
Identify critical findings requiring immediate clinical response and notify the interpreting radiologist.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA requirements.

Clinical Operations and Workflow

Coordinate with radiologists, clinicians, nursing staff, physicists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high‑quality imaging.
Manage patient flow, scheduling capacity, and operational efficiency to support on‑time starts and reduce delays.
Prepare imaging rooms, escort patients, and expedite care to reduce room turnaround time.
Perform downtime procedures during system failures and report issues to supervisors for reassignment.
Complete shift reports, conduct verbal hand‑offs using the SBAR technique, and follow up with peers and supervisors.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and operational performance.
Travel to off‑site regional imaging locations as assigned.
Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling, including early starts, late stays, rotational call, and emergency ride‑out coverage.

Technical Acumen and Imaging Quality

Independently operate assigned magnetic resonance imaging equipment and perform quality assurance activities.
Apply knowledge of magnetic resonance physics, cross‑sectional anatomy, and parameter manipulation to optimize image quality.
Ensure correct imaging site, positioning, annotation, and protocol adherence.
Minimize error rates to benchmarked standards and maintain defined productivity levels.
Perform general radiography procedures when patient‑driven needs arise.
Relay equipment malfunctions to engineering, physics, and leadership with appropriate documentation.
Ensure accurate and timely image transfer to picture archiving and communication systems.

Documentation, Systems, and Compliance

Accurately enter patient, exam, billing, and supply data into clinical and imaging information systems.
Complete and maintain required documentation including time‑outs, forms, and patient identifiers.
Maintain equipment logs, safety checks, and environmental monitoring records.
Dispose of contrast, linens, disposable coils, and materials according to regulations.
Adhere to Joint Commission standards, accreditation requirements, and state and federal regulations.
Maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
Document incidents, variances, and patient concerns and elevate appropriately within required timeframes.

Education, Training, and Professional Development

Provide training, mentoring, and education to students, technologists, nurses, faculty, and other staff.
Foster a supportive learning environment for patients, families, residents, volunteers, and coworkers.
Participate in departmental meetings, in‑services, and orientation to new equipment and safety initiatives.
Actively engage in ongoing learning and apply new knowledge to daily practice.
Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and service orientation in all interactions.

Education

Required: Graduate of an accredited Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Program.
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

Work Experience

Required: None.

Licenses and Certifications

Required: CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) by the Texas Department of State Health Services upon hire.
Required: BLS – Basic Life Support upon hire.
Required: RT(MR) – Magnetic Resonance Imaging certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 60 days of hire.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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