How to hire an mri and ct technologist

How to hire an mri and ct technologist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step mri and ct technologist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an mri and ct technologist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mri and ct technologist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your mri and ct technologist job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an mri and ct technologist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An mri and ct technologist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, mri and ct technologists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of mri and ct technologists.

   Type of MRI And CT Technologist	Description	Hourly rate
   MRI And CT Technologist	Radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers, perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as x rays, on patients. MRI technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners to create diagnostic images.	$19-62
   Mammography Technician	A mammography technician is primarily in charge of operating an imaging machine to detect and diagnose breast diseases. Their responsibilities include greeting patients, reviewing their identification and request documentation, explaining the extent of procedures, answering inquiries, operating machines, performing adjustments, and conducting the study in adherence to the protocols, making sure the patients feel comfortable every step of the way... Show more	$16-56
   Diagnostic Technician	Diagnostic Technicians are specialists in the inspecting, maintenance, and repair of equipment or service. Diagnostic Technicians can be working in the automotive sector, inspecting and repairing cars, to performing ultrasound procedures in the healthcare industry... Show more	$14-37

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • Patient Care
   • ARRT
   • Radiology
   • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
   • IV
   • Magnetic Resonance
   • CPR
   • Ct Scan
   • Pacs
   • Tomography
   • Patient History
   • Patient Safety
   • MRI Safety

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   Responsibilities:

   • Experience professional whose skill set has culminate in facilitating all radiology examinations and managing a team of radiology professionals.
   • Provide additional support to PACS administrator by training for exam merging and maintenance.
   • Update hospital computer systems with progress of exams and ensure their transmission to PACS
   • Interview patients and accurately complete documentation of medical history, triage patients.
   • Perform a variety of technical proceduresthat will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to supplyprescribe ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis.
   • Perform abdomen, extremities, breast, spine, and head studies.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your mri and ct technologist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An mri and ct technologist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, mri and ct technologists' average salary in south dakota is 64% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level mri and ct technologists 69% less than senior-level mri and ct technologists.
   • Certifications. An mri and ct technologist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an mri and ct technologist's salary.

   Average mri and ct technologist salary

   $73,567yearly

   $35.37 hourly rate

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   Entry-level mri and ct technologist salary

   $41,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 23, 2025

4. Writing an mri and ct technologist job description

   A good mri and ct technologist job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an mri and ct technologist job description:

   Mri and ct technologist job description example

   • Shift Differential Pay and Quarterly Bonus Program
   • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
   • Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with HSA and FSA Accounts
   • 401(k) plan with Company Match and Company-paid Life Insurance
   • Short-term and Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program
   • Remote Work Opportunities for select roles!
   • Entry level? We'll train!
   • Sign-on Bonus or Relocation Assistance available to qualified candidates for select positions

   Requirements:

   NOTE: COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, or approved exemptions are required for employment at Spectrum Medical Imaging.

   
   

   EDUCATION :

   Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.

   
   

   LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

   Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Must also hold a MR advanced registration through ARRT or must obtain it within their first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice. BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.

   
   

   SKILLS/ABILITIES :

   • Knowledge of routine to complex MRI procedures and protocols.
   • Skill in operation of MRI equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
   • Ability to work independently and multitask.
   • Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

   Spectrum Medical Imaging is a full-service imaging center dedicated to providing consistent, quality, state-of-the-art outpatient imaging services, with a deep commitment to customer service and patient care. To learn more, visit us at .

   
   

   Serving patients in 50+ communities, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service. Visit today to view all our clinical and non-clinical career opportunities.

   
   

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find mri and ct technologists for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   To find mri and ct technologist candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting mri and ct technologists requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mri and ct technologist

   Once you've decided on a perfect mri and ct technologist candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new mri and ct technologist first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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