MRI Technologist

Job Summary And ResponsibilitiesAs an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing high-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations to assist in diagnosing medical conditions.Every day you will prepare patients for scans, operate advanced MRI equipment, ensure patient safety in the magnetic environment, and accurately capture detailed anatomical images.To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in MRI, meticulous attention to detail for image quality and safety, and excellent patient communication to ensure a comfortable and effective diagnostic experience.Responsible in enforcing magnetic field safety for MRI patients, operator and visitors.Monitors the patient’s condition before and after the scan to ensure patient safety and comfortExplains testing procedures to patient ensuring patient understands what the involvement of the exam.Positions and instructs the patient about the preparation for the MRI testKnowledge of cross-sectional anatomy of the head, thorax and abdomen, physiology, and MRI terminology, practices and proceduresBe familiar with specific MRI coding systemsJob RequirementsRequiredHigh School Graduate General Studies, upon hire andRegistered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, within 9 - months orRegistered Technologist Computed Tomography, within 9 - months orARMRIT MRI, within 9 - months orRegistered Technologist Radiography ARRT, within 9 - months andBasic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days andPreferredAssociates Other in Healthcare field or Imaging Studies, upon hire and1-3 years One year of MR experience , upon hireMedical Radiographer: TX, upon hireWhere You'll WorkSt. Luke's Health–Lakeside Hospital in The Woodlands is a 30 bed facility dedicated to enhancing your health and well-being. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians—focused on general and interventional cardiology, sports medicine, and orthopedics, including total joint replacement and spine care—in the North Houston community. As the only hospital in Montgomery County to offer sports medicine as a major service line, Lakeside Hospital provides inpatient and outpatient care as well as diagnostic imaging, including MRI, CT, and nuclear medicine. St. Luke’s Health is a member of CommonSpirit.Pay Range$37.40 - $55.63 /hour