Duke Health·Mooresville, North Carolina
Operate high field strength magnets to produce specialized radiographic images while ensuring patient safety and technical quality. Responsibilities include administering contrast media, managing patient records, and training new technologists and physicians.
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$15,000 Commitment Bonus and up to $3,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates! MRI Technologist Summary & Work Performed
Perform a variety of complex, specialized, and technical tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets.
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance.
Assist radiologist with procedure protocoling and performance.
Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of acquisition and label appropriately.
Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
Charge MR procedures and supplies in EHR Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Provide orientation for new technologists Provide education and training for student technologists.
Provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for MR procedures.
Understand and use the Image Archival System Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of high field strength magnets and related equipment to produce special radiographic images of specific body parts.
Position patients for MR scans using immobilization and protective equipment as required.
Screen patients for MR safety prior to procedure performance.
Assist radiologist with procedure performance.
Administer contrast media or as directed and per protocol.
Evaluate MR scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately.
Coordinate scheduling and patient flow involving multiple MR sites.
Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows, attending's) if Applicable.
Assist radiologists and physicists in developing new protocols and MR imaging techniques that are unique to DUHS Help facilitate research for the Duke Health System by scanning and using protocols given.
Demonstrate proficiency in the 100+ MR protocols in the Health System.
Teach the correct application of these protocols to new technologists, physicians, and researchers.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein *DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services.
There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
Experience & Level Characteristics Level I must obtain ARRT or ARMRIT in Magnetic Resonance (MR) certification within 18 months of employment.
Level II Minimum of two years' experience as an MRI technologist.
Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications Certification in one of the following required: Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT, ARDMS, or registry eligible for Magnetic Resonance (MR).
ARRT or ARMRIT registered in Magnetic Resonance (MR) required within 18 months of employment.
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Requires graduation from an eligible program and certification in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, or similar, with MR certification required within 18 months. BLS certification is also mandatory.
Market context
MRI technologist openings in North Carolina typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty practices that need candidates with current ARRT or ARMRIT registration, state radiologic technologist licensure, and CPR certification. This role is competitive because employers often look for both formal radiography training and MRI-specific credentials, while benefits such as PTO, holiday pay, and insurance can vary by facility. Before applying, confirm your license and registry status match the posting, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original description.