MRI Technologist
IU Health
- Location
- Onsite (Carmel, IN)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
IU Health, Indiana's largest and most comprehensive health system, is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality imaging examinations in a hospital setting. The role involves ensuring patient safety, administering contrast, and collaborating with radiologists to provide exceptional care within a supportive and collaborative imaging team.
Skills
Perks
- Sign on bonus
Full job details
This is a full-time MRI Technologist opportunity at IU Health.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Night shift
- Specific schedule will be discussed during the interview process
Position Overview
This role is responsible for performing a variety of MRI examinations while providing exceptional patient care in a hospital-based imaging environment. The selected candidate will work independently during overnight hours while ensuring high-quality imaging, patient safety, and efficient department operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following experience are preferred:
- Previous MRI experience
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
- Hospital-based imaging experience
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent patient care and communication abilities
Department Highlights
- Opportunity to work autonomously during overnight hours
- Supportive and collaborative imaging team
- Advanced imaging technology and equipment
- Diverse patient population and exam types
A sign on bonus is available for eligible applicants!
Job Duties, Tasks and Qualifications:
Possesses knowledge of MRI safety and safety zones. Reviews patient history and screens for safety concerns (ferromagnetic objects, implanted devices, etc.). Educates patients on what to expect and ensures they are safe and comfortable during their scan. Obtains IV access, prepares and administers contrast and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses advanced knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Ensures the MRI environment remains safe by screening all visitors and team members entering the MRI environment. Displays knowledge of scanning protocols and adjusts to ensure diagnostic images. Performs routine QC and ensures equipment is functioning properly. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.
- Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning. MRI experience is preferred.
- Requires advanced certification through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance, RT(MR) ; or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (RMRIT) , within 12 months of hire.
- May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
- May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
- MRI experience is preferred.
- Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
- IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
- A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
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With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
- At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
- Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.