Radiographer II / MRI Technologist / Radiographer II

MSU Careers Recent Jobs; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MSU Health Care is seeking a Radiographer II / MRI Technologist to perform, process, and evaluate MRI scans for high-quality diagnostics. You will support radiologists and physicians while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and care.

The position requires ARRT certification (MR) and BLS, with 1–3 years MRI experience preferred. Work hours are 1:00pm - 9:30pm, Monday through Friday, in a hospital-based setting affiliated with Michigan State University Health Care.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required; MR specialty preferred.
• 1–3 years of related radiology experience with MRI preferred.
• Knowledge of patient positioning, imaging protocols, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment and acquire diagnostic images.
• Process and evaluate MRI scans for quality and accuracy.
• Adhere to imaging protocols and safety standards.
• Collaborate with radiologists and the healthcare team to ensure patient care.

Skills

MRI

ARRT Certified

BLS Certified

Patient Care

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

MRI Machine

Job description

Working/Functional Title

Radiographer II / MRI Technologist

Position Summary

A registered technologist responsible for performing, processing, and evaluating MRI scans to ensure high-quality diagnostic images. This role supports radiologists and physicians in accurately diagnosing disease and injury while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and care. Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, adhering to imaging protocols, maintaining compliance with safety standards, and collaborating effectively with the healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical, vocational or business school in an approved Radiologic Technologist program; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in the use of radiology equipment and exposure techniques and positioning and care of patients; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and additional certification(s) in the area(s) of specialization as required by law or to meet industry standards. This job requires the ability to use specialized radiology equipment (MRI).

Desired Qualifications

ARRT (MR) and current BLS Certification required

2 years MRI experience preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

Proof of Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) credentials.

Work Hours

Hours for this position will be 1:00pm - 9:30 pm Monday - Friday

Website

https://healthcare.msu.edu/

Summary of Physical Demands

The job requires significant physical effort and involves lifting and positioning patients and/or viewing a VDT screen more than 75% of the time.

Summary of Health Risks

Exposure to human blood, serum, and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions; TB risk or work within three (3) feet of patients in a health care setting; wear a respirator.

Advertised:

Apr 15, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close:

Oct 5, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time