Job Description
BJC HealthCare seeks an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MRI exams in a mission-driven, patient-centered environment. You will screen and prepare patients, operate advanced MRI systems, follow safety and contrast protocols, and collaborate with radiologists and care teams to deliver accurate diagnostic images. The role includes patient education, EMR/RIS/PACS documentation, equipment checks, and adherence to regulatory and infection-control standards. Join collaborative, inclusive teams with strong training, research-connected resources, and career growth opportunities while supporting community-focused, compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality MRI examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Screen, educate, and prepare patients for MRI procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Operate MRI scanners and related equipment, adjusting parameters to optimize image quality.
- Follow MRI safety standards, including screening for contraindications and monitoring zones.
- Administer or assist with contrast agents per protocol and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Accurately document procedures in RIS, PACS, and electronic medical records systems.
- Collaborate with radiologists and care teams to support timely, accurate diagnoses.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness, perform basic quality control, and report service needs.
- Adhere to infection prevention, regulatory, and organizational policies and procedures.
- Participate in ongoing training and quality improvement initiatives within BJC Health
- Care.
Required Skills
- MRI scanning protocols
- Patient positioning and immobilization
- MRI safety procedures
- Contrast media administration
- Radiology information systems (RIS)
- Picture archiving and communication systems (PACS)
- Anatomy and physiology knowledge
- Radiation safety and infection control
- Image quality assessment and optimization
- Electronic health records (EHR) documentation
