How to hire an mri special procedures technologist

How to hire an mri special procedures technologist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step mri special procedures 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 special procedures technologist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mri special procedures technologist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your mri special procedures 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 special procedures technologist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An mri special procedures technologist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, mri special procedures 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.

   The following list breaks down different types of mri special procedures technologists and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of MRI Special Procedures Technologist	Description	Hourly rate
   MRI Special Procedures 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.	$15-64
   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
   X-Ray Technician	The job of X-ray technicians, or X-ray technologists, is to detect medical issues that may need urgent medical treatment using cutting-edge imaging methods. The pictures they generate aid physicians in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses with better accuracy... Show more	$15-38

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • BLS
   • ARRT
   • Exam
   • Radiation Safety
   • CPR
   • Acls
   • Interventional Radiology
   • Radiographic Procedures
   • Catheter
   • Interventional Procedures
   • Ultrasound
   • Pacs
   • IV

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   Responsibilities:

   • Achieve professional certification from the ARRT in the modality of compute tomography.
   • Assist with the development and installation of the Kodak Pacs system.
   • Perform cardiac/coronary compute tomography examinations.
   • Assist in laser seminars and lectures present to visiting faculty and physicians from the breadth of the Americas.
   • Perform cardiac/coronary compute tomography examinations.

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3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, mri special procedures technologists' average salary in south dakota is 57% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level mri special procedures technologists 76% less than senior-level mri special procedures technologists.
   • Certifications. An mri special procedures 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 special procedures technologist's salary.

   Average mri special procedures technologist salary

   $67,491yearly

   $32.45 hourly rate

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   Entry-level mri special procedures technologist salary

   $33,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average mri special procedures technologist salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$95,247	$46
   2	Washington	$90,458	$43
   3	Nevada	$81,940	$39
   4	Oregon	$81,469	$39
   5	Connecticut	$80,417	$39
   6	New York	$79,042	$38
   7	Massachusetts	$78,343	$38
   8	New Jersey	$78,202	$38
   9	Arizona	$76,326	$37
   10	District of Columbia	$75,818	$36
   11	Idaho	$74,537	$36
   12	Texas	$73,761	$35
   13	Florida	$64,130	$31
   14	Ohio	$63,415	$30
   15	Arkansas	$62,314	$30
   16	Illinois	$61,482	$30
   17	North Carolina	$61,339	$29
   18	Pennsylvania	$59,988	$29
   19	Indiana	$53,009	$25

   Average mri special procedures technologist salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Hca Hospital Services Of San Diego	$105,219	$50.59	1
   2	The Arora Group	$101,470	$48.78	6
   3	Pardee Hospital	$96,192	$46.25
   4	Cottage Health	$95,347	$45.84	9
   5	Highmark	$93,922	$45.15	46
   6	Portneuf Medical Center	$93,493	$44.95	1
   7	Brigham and Women's Hospital	$92,349	$44.40	95
   8	Sutter Health	$89,767	$43.16	163
   9	Baptist Health	$87,525	$42.08	63
   10	Tenet Healthcare	$86,819	$41.74	278
   11	University Health System Inc	$85,935	$41.31	10
   12	Great River Health	$84,566	$40.66	11
   13	Sigma	$83,604	$40.19
   14	Dignity Health	$82,623	$39.72	197
   15	Catholic Health East	$82,058	$39.45	14
   16	Regional West	$81,947	$39.40	14
   17	UMiami Health System	$81,926	$39.39
   18	Mount Sinai Health System	$79,563	$38.25	60
   19	Northwell Health	$78,689	$37.83	139
   20	Baptist Health Care	$78,611	$37.79	12

4. Writing an mri special procedures technologist job description

   A job description for an mri special procedures technologist role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an mri special procedures technologist job description:

   Mri special procedures technologist job description example

   How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
   Responsibilities
   
   The Interventional Special Procedures Technologist assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. He/she is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist is able to independently perform job functions. He/she sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.
   
   Qualifications
   
   Required Minimum Education:
   Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology.
   Required Minimum Licensure/Certification: Currently registered by the ARRT. BLS required. Code Description:
   ARRT-R ARRT Radiography
   Required Minimum Experience:
   1-year minimum experience in Interventional Special Procedures setting in either IR and/or vascular hybrid setting.
   Required Skills:
   Able to function independently during procedures after appropriate orientation/competency on unit and as demonstrated by being place on call rotation. Competency in all aspects of interventional/vascular procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Required special/advanced procedure registry as outlined above. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as well as how they affect the quality of a procedure. The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude.

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5. Post your job

   To find mri special procedures technologists for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any mri special procedures technologists they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level mri special procedures technologists with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your mri special procedures technologist job on Zippia to find and recruit mri special procedures technologist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit mri special procedures technologists, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   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 special procedures technologist

   Once you have selected a candidate for the mri special procedures technologist position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new mri special procedures technologist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

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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