MRI Technologist

IU Health • Carmel, IN

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About The Position

This full-time MRI Technologist role at IU Health performs a variety of MRI examinations and provides patient care in a hospital-based imaging environment. The technologist works independently during overnight hours, maintaining high-quality imaging, patient safety, and efficient department operations.

The position involves MRI safety screening, patient preparation and education, contrast administration, image acquisition, equipment quality control, clinical collaboration, and documentation. The technologist may also assist with minimally invasive procedures as needed. The specific schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Requires 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Advanced certification through ARRT as Registered Technologist—Magnetic Resonance (RT(MR)) or through ARMRIT as Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (RMRIT) is required within 12 months of hire.
• May be required to meet registry or certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
• May require an Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license, if applicable.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions during overnight hours.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and adapt patient positioning when routine positioning is not possible.

Nice To Haves

• Previous MRI experience.
• Hospital-based imaging experience.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent patient-care and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of MRI examinations and adjust scanning protocols to obtain diagnostic images.
• Review patient history and screen patients for MRI safety concerns, including ferromagnetic objects and implanted devices.
• Educate patients about their scans and help ensure they are safe and comfortable.
• Obtain IV access, prepare and administer contrast, and recognize and respond to adverse contrast events.
• Screen visitors and team members entering the MRI environment to maintain safety.
• Perform routine quality control and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Document necessary information in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with minimally invasive procedures as needed.
• Maneuver equipment and adapt patient positioning when a patient's condition prevents routine positioning.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available for eligible applicants.
• Access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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