University of Missouri Health Care·Columbia, Missouri
The MRI Technologist is responsible for operating MRI equipment while adhering to safety regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality. They collaborate with management to improve departmental operations and ensure high standards of patient satisfaction using AIDET principles.
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented professional who excels in understanding data flow within the modality work area.
The ideal candidate is passionate about enhancing patient satisfaction and thrives on collaborating with management to improve departmental and facility operations.
We seek someone who is proactive in seeking system and service improvements, and who consistently meets and sustains high standards for MRI staff.
Integrity and careful handling of equipment, adherence to MRI safety regulations, and maintaining patient confidentiality are paramount.
If you are committed to excellence, continuous learning, and embodying the AIDET principles in patient interactions, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.
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.
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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 · See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION · Articulate a precise understanding of how data flows in and out of the modality work area.
Be attentive to patient satisfaction results and collaborate with the management team on ways to improve the department and the facility overall.
Seek ways to improve systems and services.
Demonstrate ability to meet and sustain departmental expectations for MRI staff while ethically completing work assignments.
Maintain integrity of equipment with careful manipulation at all times.
Adhere to MRI safety regulations and standards. · Understand the level of authority to grant access to the MRI area.
Assist the Medical Physicist in performing quality assurance testing as needed.
Demonstrate a sustained ability when interacting with patients to follow the AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectation, and Thank You).
Ensure confidentiality of all patient information is maintained.
Maintain current certifications and licensure status.
Understand time clock expectations and adhere to attendance and punctuality guidelines.
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)
· 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.
Candidates must hold an ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification. The role requires the physical ability to move objects over 20 lbs and a commitment to maintaining current licensure.
Market context
MRI technologist openings in Missouri are often driven by steady imaging demand in orthopedic and hospital settings, where certified candidates are needed to support timely diagnostics. This role is competitive because it requires ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification, current licensure, and the physical ability to move objects over 20 lbs; the listed health, dental, vision, PTO, and tuition assistance benefits can help offset that. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and licensure are current before applying.
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