University of Michigan

MRI Technologist

University of Michigan • $78K — $113K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered MRI Technologist by ARRT or ARMRIT, or enrolled in an MRI program with registry eligibility.
  • Recent hospital-based MRI experience preferred.
  • Experience with advanced MRI imaging and research is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Epic software is desirable.
  • IV experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic MRI procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Review patient histories and MRI safety questionnaires for compliance.
  • Position patients effectively to optimize imaging quality.
  • Maintain MR safety standards for all personnel.
  • Select imaging coils and operate MR equipment, ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Prepare and administer contrast media under Radiologist supervision.
  • Provide clear instructions and support to patients and healthcare professionals.

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first day.
  • 2:1 match on retirement savings.
Full Job Description
How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.

Responsibilities*
  • Perform diagnostic MRI procedures following established protocols, while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality.
  • Review patient histories and MRI safety questionnaires to confirm procedure suitability and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Position patients using age-appropriate hearing protection and immobilization, optimizing anatomical area visibility.
  • Maintain MR safety standards for patients and staff.
  • Select appropriate imaging coils and operate MR equipment, evaluating image quality and ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Prepare and administer contrast media under Radiologist supervision, according to departmental guidelines.
  • Provide clear instructions and support to patients, students, and health professionals.
  • Demonstrate exceptional guest relations and uphold strict patient confidentiality.
  • Maintain clean, well-stocked scan and control rooms, routinely restocking supplies and linen.
  • Collaborate continuously with technologists, lead technologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Train new staff as needed and perform check-in or patient preparation duties to ensure uninterrupted operations
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*
  • Registered MRI Technologists by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT). OR
  • Enrolled in an MRI program, and eligible to complete the ARRT or ARMRIT MRI Registry. First registry attempt must be within 6 months from hire/transfer. 3 attempts must be completed within 18 months from hire/transfer
  • For eligible departments/locations: Registered Radiologic Technologists who will complete an internal MRI cross-training program and attempt the ARRT or ARMRIT MRI registry. First registry attempt must be within 6 months from hire/transfer. 3 attempts must be completed within 18 months from hire/transfer

This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Desired Qualifications*
  • Recent hospital-based MRI experience.
  • MRI advanced imaging and research experience.
  • Epic experience
  • IV Experience

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule
  • Hours and Days: 40hrs worked over 5 days 2p-10p during the week and 1p-9p on the weekend. Weekend shift rotates every 5th weekend.
  • Scheduling Flexibility: The department makes every effort to provide consistent schedules; however, shifts and schedules may be adjusted as necessary to meet patient care and operational requirements.

Work Locations

Mott Hospital

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

283762

Working Title

MRI Technologist

Job Title

MRI Technologist

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM CW Radiology MRI

Posting Begin/End Date

10/01/2026 - 10/08/2026

Salary

$78,478.40 - $113,921.60

Career Interest

Patient Care Services
Radiology

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan system. The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 in Detroit, as the Catholepistemiad, or University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state. The school moved to Ann Arbor in 1837 onto 40 acres (16 ha) of what is now known as Central Campus. Since its establishment in Ann Arbor, the university campus has expanded to include more than 584 major buildings with a combined area of more than 34 million gross square feet (781 acres or 3.16 km²), and has two satellite campuses located in Flint and Dearborn. The University of Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
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