Technologist Sonography Lead

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Radiologic/MRI technologist to support the Imaging department at St. Joseph Hospital. The role requires preparing patients, positioning for cross-sectional MRI procedures, and ensuring high-quality images for PACS with accurate data and markers.

Candidates must meet ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS/ARMRIT MR credential requirements and BLS, with relevant education and experience. The position emphasizes safety, equipment reliability, and a clean, orderly work environment.

Qualifications

• High school equivalency with related experience or an applicable technical degree.
• Required credentials listed for MR imaging and safety.
• ARRT, NMTCB, ARDMS or ARMRIT MR credentials must be obtained per role timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
• Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
• Enters and monitors patient data, transfers images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency, and develops film in an automatic processor.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

Skills

Patient positioning

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience

BLS Provider (within 1 month)

NMTCB Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed

ARRT MR boards within 12 months

ARRT Radiologic Technologist MR credentialed within 12 months

ARDMS MR credentialed

ARMRIT MR imaging technologist credentialed

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
• Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
• Enters and monitors patient data, transfers images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency, and develops film in an automatic processor.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: St. Joseph Hospital
• Department: Imaging
• Schedule: Day-shift | Full-time

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Must pass the Magnetic Resonance (MR) boards through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 month of hire/transfer date.
    • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Medical Sonographer specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Must pass the Magnetic Resonance (MR) boards through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 month of hire/transfer date.
    • Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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