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Baptist Health is looking to add a Lead MRI Technologist to our MRI department at Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. This is a Full-Time position, working Mon- Fri 0800-1630. At Baptist ...

Overview Lead MRI Technologist - West Ashley Diagnostic Imaging Join West Ashley Diagnostic Imaging as a Lead MRI Technologist . In this outpatient imaging setting, you will combine advanced MRI ...

Lead MRI Technologist

Bloomington, IL · On-site

$39.13 - $55.04/hr

The Lead MRI Technologist will act as a subject matter expert for the department to include; communication, equipment maintenance, scheduling, and resolving safety, patient and team member concerns.

Lead MRI Technologist Schedule: this is a full-time position. Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities ...

Lead MRI Technologist - West Ashley Diagnostic Imaging Join West Ashley Diagnostic Imaging as a Lead MRI Technologist. In this outpatient imaging setting, you will combine advanced MRI expertise with ...

Lead MRI Technologist Location: Long Beach Medical Center Department: MRI Status: Full Time Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Range*: $60.00/hr - $87.00/hr MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system ...

As a(an) Lead MRI Technologist with Alaska Regional Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications As a Lead MRI Technologist, you will ...

Lead, MRI Technologist Location: MemorialCare - Orange Coast Medical Center Department: MRI Status: Full Time Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Range*: $60.00/hr - $87.00/hr At MemorialCare Health System, we ...

Lead MRI Technologist Location: Long Beach Medical Center Department: MRI Status: Full Time Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Range*: $60.00/hr - $87.00/hr MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system ...

Lead, MRI Technologist Location: MemorialCare - Orange Coast Medical Center Department: MRI Status: Full Time Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Range*: $60.00/hr - $87.00/hr At MemorialCare Health System, we ...

Lead MRI Technologist

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$50 - $75/hr

When you join us as a Lead MRI Technologist, you will be joining a dedicated team of professionals who deliver quality, value, and access in the 21st century and align all stakeholders- patients ...

Lead, MRI Technologist Location: MemorialCare - Orange Coast Medical Center Department: MRI Status: Full Time Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Range*: $60.00/hr - $87.00/hr At MemorialCare Health System, we ...

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How to become a lead MRI technologist?

To become a lead MRI technologist, one typically needs to have an associate's or bachelor's degree in radiologic technology, along with certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI. Gaining several years of experience working as an MRI technologist and demonstrating strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and knowledge of MRI equipment are essential steps toward advancing into a lead role.

How does a lead MRI technologist typically collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals during daily operations?

As a Lead MRI Technologist, collaboration with radiologists and multidisciplinary teams is a core part of the role. You’ll regularly communicate with radiologists to review imaging protocols, discuss complex cases, and ensure diagnostic images meet clinical requirements. Coordination with nursing staff, schedulers, and other technologists is essential to manage workflow, prioritize urgent cases, and maintain patient safety. Effective teamwork and clear communication help streamline operations and deliver high-quality patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead MRI technologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead MRI Technologist, you need advanced knowledge of MRI procedures, strong problem-solving abilities, and typically an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology along with ARRT (MR) certification. Expertise in MRI scanners, PACS systems, and safety protocols is essential for overseeing imaging operations. Leadership, effective communication, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for managing teams and ensuring patient comfort. These skills and qualifications are vital to deliver high-quality imaging, maintain safety standards, and guide departmental efficiency.

What is the difference between Lead Mri vs MRI Technologist?

AspectLead MriMRI Technologist
CredentialsCertification (ARRT), experience, leadership skillsCertification (ARRT), technical training
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role, team coordinationPerforming scans, patient care
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, imaging centers, clinicsHospitals, outpatient facilities, clinics
Search & Comparison IntentLeadership, supervision, advanced responsibilitiesTechnical skills, scan procedures

The main difference between Lead Mri and MRI Technologist lies in their responsibilities and roles. Lead Mri professionals typically hold supervisory duties, oversee team operations, and require additional leadership skills. MRI Technologists focus on performing scans and patient care. Both roles require similar certifications, but the Lead Mri position involves more management and coordination within healthcare settings.

What is a lead MRI technologist?

Lead MRI Technologists are specialized healthcare professionals who oversee MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) operations within a hospital or medical facility. They not only perform MRI scans but also supervise other MRI technologists, coordinate schedules, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and manage equipment maintenance. Their role often includes training new staff and serving as a liaison between technologists, radiologists, and management. By combining technical expertise with leadership skills, Lead MRI Technologists help maintain high standards of patient care and imaging quality.
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Lead MRI Technologist

Schedule: this is a full-time position.

Your experience matters 

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Lead MRI Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Lead MRI Technologist who excels in this role:

  • Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Screens all patients for any indwelling metal or devices, implants in the patient's body. 

  • When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. 

  • Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. 

  • Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. 

  • Contributes to the effective management of the department, including conducting annual performance evaluations for staff, maintaining the MRI employee schedule and coordinates with the other modality supervisors/senior technologists to ensure that there are no conflicts with staffing, managing the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments and Initiating counseling and disciplinary action in a timely and supportive manner. 

  • Recommends and manages equipment repair, supply procurement, and equipment modification. 

  • Maintains adequate inventory of all required supplies.  

  • Works with radiologists to set standards of quality in techniques, procedures and patient care. 

  • Educates staff on MRI safety. 

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for 

Applicants should have an associate or bachelor's degree in radiologic sciences. Additional requirements include:

  • License/Certification: 
    • Must be registered as an MRI Technologist by the ARRT and licensed by the state of New Mexico as an MRI Technologist. 
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
  • Experience: 3-5 years of experience as an MRI technologist required. 2-4 years of leadership experience preferred.

Connect with a Recruiter 

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing tara.baker@lpnt.net.

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. 

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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