MRI Technologist

1d1 day ago

SSM Health

Lake Saint Louis, US · Part-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

This role is more than a career—it's a calling. As an MRI Technologist at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in Lake Saint Louis, you will operate a scanner to obtain high-quality images used to diagnose and treat pathologies. This PRN position offers the flexibility of day shifts in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

In your day-to-day work, you will prepare and position patients, select anatomic and technical parameters, and produce cross-sectional images of the body. You will also perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education, as well as prepare and administer contrast media within accepted scope of practice and regulations.

You will work in a clean, orderly department alongside a dedicated team of imaging professionals. Ensuring prompt submission of high-quality images to PACS and monitoring equipment function are key parts of maintaining department standards and patient safety.

SSM Health values its exceptional employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs, including paid parental leave and flexible payment options. This role provides an opportunity to grow within a respected health system while making a direct impact on patient care.

Requirements

Completion of an MRI or Radiology Technology program.
No experience required.
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification.
Ability to constantly stand and walk.
Ability to frequently lift/carry and push/pull objects weighing 0-25 lbs and lift/move patients.
Ability to frequently use hearing and speech to share information and distinguish body sounds or hear alarms.

Responsibilities

Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
Enters and monitors patient data and transfers images to PACS.
Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Ensures prompt submission of high-quality images and documents to PACS, including correct lead markers and patient data/history.
Ensures equipment is properly functioning and reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and film storage areas.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offering flexibility in how you receive your pay.
Comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs.