Position Overview
Compensation:
updated competitive pay, plus sign-on bonus up to $10,000 Department: MRI
Schedule:
Tuesday - Friday 12:00pm - 10:30pm or Days 6:45am to 3:15pm PRN is available Saturday and Sunday only 7:00am to 7:30pm Work
Location:
UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham Benefits for eligible positions only include : generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more Our radiology team includes certified specialists and provides advanced imaging services across fast-paced inpatient and outpatient environments. We offer flexible scheduling and professional growth through cross-training, and work collaboratively to support diagnostics and critical interventions, contributing directly to exceptional patient care and positive outcomes.
What You Will Do
- An MRI Technologist performs diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging procedures to support patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- This role ensures high-quality imaging, patient safety, and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards.
- MRI Technologists collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare team members to produce accurate diagnostic images that aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Operate MRI scanners to obtain diagnostic images following physician orders and departmental protocols.
- Prepare and position patients correctly for imaging procedures; assess clinical histories and contraindications (e.g., implants, foreign bodies).
- Adjust imaging parameters and equipment settings to optimize image quality while maintaining safety standards.
- Screen patients for MRI safety and contraindications, including proper adherence to safety zones.
- Administer contrast agents and start IV access per protocol when required (where scope of practice allows).
- Monitor patients before, during, and after imaging; respond to adverse reactions or patient needs.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record, including imaging details, patient histories, and safety checks.
- Explain procedures clearly to patients and families, addressing questions and concerns to ensure comfort and cooperation.
- Provide compassionate, age-specific care to patients across the lifespan (neonates to geriatrics).
- Collaborate with clinical teams to coordinate patient care and achieve optimal outcomes Ensure strict compliance with MRI safety protocols, Joint Commission standards, and healthcare regulations.
- Participate in quality control (QC), equipment performance checks, and documentation to support accreditation requirements.
- Maintain MRI equipment functionality, report issues, and support inventory and supply management.
- Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.
- Participate in continuing education, department meetings, and ongoing professional development.
- Provide training or supervision for students or new staff as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: Hospital job setting: Current certification/registry such as ARRT (R) required or ARRT (MR) preferred or equivalent MRI certification; registry eligibility may be acceptable with completion within a defined timeframe.
- IDTF (Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility) job setting: Current certification/registry such as ARRT (MR) required or equivalent MRI certification.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program required.
- Prior clinical experience performing MRI procedures preferred.
- Additional Preferences No additional preferences.
- About UAB St.
- Vincent’s UAB St.
- Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years.
- With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St.
- Vincent’s name.
- We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other.
- We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients.
- We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees.
- As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S.
- News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission.
- Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
