Senior MRI Technologist

Boston Children's Hospital; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Senior MRI Technologist to perform advanced MRI procedures, ensure patient safety, and support departmental leadership. The role includes mentoring staff, coordinating equipment and operations, and contributing to QA and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of MRI experience, ARRT MRI certification, and an oncology-robust commitment to patient-centered care, with MA licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Allied Health required; bachelor's preferred.
• 3 years of experience as an MRI technologist.
• ARRT MRI certification; MA Radiologic Technologist license preferred.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex MRI procedures with emphasis on safety and data integrity.
• Train and mentor staff, fellows, residents, and students in MRI techniques.
• Manage equipment and daily operations, QA projects, and inventory support.
• Provide leadership support by covering supervisory duties and driving improvements.
• Foster positive patient and family relations and explain procedures clearly.

Skills

MRI procedures

Clinical leadership

Mentoring staff

Patient safety

Education

Associate's degree in Allied Health

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior MRI Technologist performs complex MRI procedures, ensures patient safety, mentors staff, and assists with operational duties while maintaining high-quality imaging standards and departmental compliance. They also participate in training, equipment management, and leadership tasks, requiring certification, experience, and strong technical and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex MRI procedures on both scheduled and emergency patients, ensuring patient safety and adherence to quality control and data integrity standards.
• Train and mentor staff, fellows, residents, and students in MRI techniques and procedures to maintain high professional standards.
• Manage equipment and operations, including identifying malfunctions, assisting with inventory, quality assurance projects, and supporting daily departmental workflows.
• Provide leadership support by filling in for supervisors when needed, overseeing clinical operations, and championing new equipment or process improvements.
• Maintain patient and family relations by creating a supportive environment, explaining procedures clearly, and responding empathetically to individual patient needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Associate's Degree: Allied Health required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience

• 3 years of experience working as an MRI Technologist.

License/Certification:

• Preferred: Current MA Radiologic Technologist license for MRI
• MRI registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT certification
• BLS certification.

New hires may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.00

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.