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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist

Sanford Health · Minocqua, WI · Part time

Posted Mar 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to adjust a protocol to get a diagnostic image.

What they are checking: Professional judgment and technical skill with sequences and positioning.

This is a variable schedule. What availability can you offer?

What they are checking: Fit with a role that lists varying shifts and no fixed weekly hours.

How do you stay current with new MRI techniques and safety guidance?

What they are checking: Continuing growth along the professional continuum the posting describes.

What would you do

A patient says they have a pacemaker but can't remember what kind. What do you do?

What they are checking: Following MR-conditional device protocols and refusing to guess about safety.

A patient becomes claustrophobic halfway through a scan. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Patient comfort skills and options for completing the exam safely.

A physician orders an exam that doesn't match the clinical indication. What do you do?

What they are checking: Getting the right history and confirming the order before scanning.

About the work

Walk me through your MRI safety screening before a patient enters the scanner room.

What they are checking: Rigorous screening for implants and metal, the most important safety step in MRI.

How do you decide whether to give gadolinium contrast, and what do you check first?

What they are checking: Knowledge of contrast screening, kidney function and allergy history.

What would you do if a patient had a reaction to contrast?

What they are checking: Emergency response, including initiating life support measures as the posting requires.

How do you keep someone from bringing a ferromagnetic object into Zone IV?

What they are checking: Understanding of MRI zones and access control.

How do you make sure scheduling and billing information is accurate in the EMR?

What they are checking: Documentation accuracy, which the posting lists.

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The full job description

As published by Sanford Health.

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Union Position: No Department Details Summary Performs diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, MRI safety considerations and provides a quality patient care experience. Job Description Initiates life support measures as necessary. Interacts effectively with patients and their family members, physicians, and other health care workers. Has extensive knowledge of operation of all MRI equipment. Positions the patient and provides for comfort during the exam. Administers contrast material as required. Obtains patient history and clinical indication for MRI study. Accurately documents in patient records. Utilizes electronic medical record software for accurate scheduling and billing procedures. Possesses the ability to professionally obtain information from patients or their responsible parties, to further improve their personalized treatment and care. On a continuum, the technologist works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status. Extensive knowledge of cross-section anatomy. Works well with all ages of patients. Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include, but not limited to: on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays. Perform diagnostic radiology procedures. Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols. May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures. Qualifications Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved or Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved school is required. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) training or experience preferred. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) certification is required at the time of hire. As per Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) and American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation requirements, MRI certified or certification to be obtained within two years post-hire is preferred. If working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required. In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health in order to practice in the state of Iowa. Basic Life Support (BLS) within six weeks of employment and recertified as required. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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