Internal Agency MRI-XR Tech - Internal Agency - Evening/Night Shift

CoxHealth • Springfield, MO

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Agency MRI Technologist responds to critical coverage needs at MRI locations throughout the CoxHealth system and must be versatile enough to work across Radiology MRI departments. The technologist performs MRI procedures in accordance with established standards of medical care, prioritizing high-quality imaging and patient welfare. The role includes operating MRI scanners in compliance with MRI safety guidelines, screening patients and documenting relevant history, explaining procedures to patients and families, administering appropriate intravenous contrast, and evaluating images for quality and diagnostic status. The technologist also supports radiology student training through demonstration and constructive guidance.

This position is based in CoxHealth’s Central Staffing Office and is scheduled for 36 hours per week. Shifts vary and may be 8, 10, or 12 hours, with evening and night hours and rotating work shifts. The role provides coverage across MRI locations in the system.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-accredited Radiologic Technology program, or graduate of an ARRT-accredited Magnetic Resonance Imaging primary-pathway program with ARRT-MR certification.
• For non-primary-pathway graduates, current R.T. (R) (ARRT) registration is required; this is not required for graduates of a primary-pathway program.
• Current R.T. (R) (MR) (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging certification is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of current MR technical information.
• Proficiency using computers and computer systems.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organizational, prioritization, decision-making, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiology.
• Two years of experience as a registered MRI technologist.
• ARRT MR certification.

Responsibilities

• Respond to critical coverage needs at MRI locations throughout the CoxHealth system.
• Perform MRI procedures according to established standards of medical care while prioritizing image quality and patient welfare.
• Operate MRI scanners in compliance with MRI safety guidelines.
• Screen patients for exam appropriateness, obtain patient history, and document information accurately.
• Explain MRI procedures to patients and families.
• Administer appropriate intravenous contrast media.
• Evaluate images for quality and diagnostic status.
• Support radiology student training through demonstration and constructive guidance.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits, and retirement with employer match for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• $25 per hour float pay.
• Up to $4,000 sign-on bonus.
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded paid time off.
• Up to $3,000 relocation bonus.
• Up to $0.50 certification pay.
• Clinical ladder opportunity up to $5,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed