MRI Technologist, Acute - MRI Department - Full Time

Shifts Available : Monday through Friday rotating shifts between 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM and 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Call, weekend and holiday rotation required. Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Call, weekend and holiday rotation required. Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Call, weekend and holiday rotation required. Work Arrangement : On-Site Department : MRI Department Facility : University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO Compensation : Base Pay Range: $35.28 - $57.60 per hour, based on experience Shift Differentials: Additional $2.00 per hour for evening shift Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift Additional $3.50 per hour for weekend shift Additional $4.00 per hour for call pay Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 Note: Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request. Are you a Radiologic Technologist? Explore applying! The department is willing to do on-the-job training ! ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented MRI Technologist who thrives in a dynamic, patient-focused environment. The ideal candidate is compassionate, innovative, and eager to contribute to cutting-edge medical imaging techniques. We seek individuals who excel in teamwork, possess strong communication skills, and are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. If you are motivated by continuous learning and enjoy collaborating with top-tier radiologists and physicists, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in advancing medical imaging and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes at MU Health Care! ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Perform complex tasks associated with operating high-field strength magnets and related equipment to produce special radiographic images of specific body parts. Screen patients for MR safety before procedure performance. Assist the radiologist with procedure protocols and performance. Start IVs; administer contrast media as directed and per protocol. Provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for MR procedures. Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images, sequence the acquisition, and label appropriately. Schedule patients for procedures and assist with clerical functions. Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration. Maintain accurate patient records. Provide orientation for new technologists. Understand and use the image archival system. Operate specialized cardiac monitoring equipment used for patients with pacemakers. Provide education and training for student technologists. Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and attendings if applicable). Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and MR imaging techniques unique to MU Health Care. May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MR) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); or MRI Technologist certification by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Two (2) years of experience as an MRI technologist. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $35 - $58 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No