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MRI Technologist roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship and, for candidates with an advanced degree or specialized credentials, EB-2 sponsorship. Employers file a PERM labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring you for a green card, making direct job applications with sponsorship-ready hospitals and imaging centers your first move.
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Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616
Department:
1431 MRI Branson
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Hours:
Friday 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Sat/Sun 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3000 Relocation bonus
- Up to $1.50 Certification pay
- Career Ladder Bonus eligible
Job Description:
Post Primary Imaging Student Job Summary
CoxHealth recognizes and considers the Primary Advanced Imaging Student an asset to the clinical imaging in which they are training. Therefore, hiring primary advanced imaging students as they near the end of their training secures competent staff to fill open posted positions. The advanced imaging student assists and performs imaging/procedures in the advanced clinical area under the guidance of the certified advanced imaging staff.
MRI - Xray Technologist Job Summary
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner(s) within all guidelines of MRI safety. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of MRI safety zones and practices all safety guidelines. Interview/screen patient for appropriateness of exam and patient history and documents such accurately. Explain MRI procedures to patient/family for ultimate success of exam. Administer appropriate contrast media intravenously and accurately evaluate images to ensure quality and diagnostic status of exam.
Post Primary Imaging Student Job Requirements
Education
- Required: Graduate (or currently enrolled) from an approved training program in advanced imaging
- Preferred: Completion of training program with scheduled date for certification
Experience
- Preferred: One Year experience in Radiography, ARRT
Skills
- CT
- Identify the CT protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered CT staff able to assist in performance of CT imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- IR
- Identify the IR protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered IR staff able to assist in performance of IR imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- MR
- Identify the MR protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered MR staff able to assist in performance of MR imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- NM
- Identify the NM protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered NM staff able to assist in performance of NM imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- US
- Identify the US protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered US staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- RT
- Identify the RT protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered RT staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- ECHO
- Identify the ECHO protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered ECHO staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- Required: R.T. (R) (ARRT)
- Required: R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT) within 6 months of hire or graduation, whichever is last
MRI - Xray Technologist Job Requirements
Education
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited program in Radiologic Technology
- Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Certification in ARRT MR
Experience
- Required: 1 year dedicated experience in MRI OR Graduate of an approved MRI training program and Registry Eligible
Skills
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current MR technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- ARRT - R
- ARRT - MR must be obtained within one year of hire date
Facility:
Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616
Department:
1431 MRI Branson
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Hours:
Friday 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Sat/Sun 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3000 Relocation bonus
- Up to $1.50 Certification pay
- Career Ladder Bonus eligible
Job Description:
Post Primary Imaging Student Job Summary
CoxHealth recognizes and considers the Primary Advanced Imaging Student an asset to the clinical imaging in which they are training. Therefore, hiring primary advanced imaging students as they near the end of their training secures competent staff to fill open posted positions. The advanced imaging student assists and performs imaging/procedures in the advanced clinical area under the guidance of the certified advanced imaging staff.
MRI - Xray Technologist Job Summary
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner(s) within all guidelines of MRI safety. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of MRI safety zones and practices all safety guidelines. Interview/screen patient for appropriateness of exam and patient history and documents such accurately. Explain MRI procedures to patient/family for ultimate success of exam. Administer appropriate contrast media intravenously and accurately evaluate images to ensure quality and diagnostic status of exam.
Post Primary Imaging Student Job Requirements
Education
- Required: Graduate (or currently enrolled) from an approved training program in advanced imaging
- Preferred: Completion of training program with scheduled date for certification
Experience
- Preferred: One Year experience in Radiography, ARRT
Skills
- CT
- Identify the CT protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered CT staff able to assist in performance of CT imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- IR
- Identify the IR protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered IR staff able to assist in performance of IR imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- MR
- Identify the MR protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered MR staff able to assist in performance of MR imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- NM
- Identify the NM protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered NM staff able to assist in performance of NM imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- US
- Identify the US protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered US staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- RT
- Identify the RT protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered RT staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
- ECHO
- Identify the ECHO protocol manual and accurately perform imaging/procedures per protocol to include proper use of department equipment
- Under the supervision of Registered ECHO staff able to assist in performance of US imaging/procedures per protocol for facility specific areas of care
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- Required: R.T. (R) (ARRT)
- Required: R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT) within 6 months of hire or graduation, whichever is last
MRI - Xray Technologist Job Requirements
Education
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited program in Radiologic Technology
- Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Certification in ARRT MR
Experience
- Required: 1 year dedicated experience in MRI OR Graduate of an approved MRI training program and Registry Eligible
Skills
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current MR technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- ARRT - R
- ARRT - MR must be obtained within one year of hire date
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in MRI Technologist
Verify your credential equivalency early
If your radiology or MRI training came from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying. USCIS and PERM filings both require documentation that your foreign degree or diploma is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in radiologic technology.
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
Facilities enrolled in E-Verify are already set up to employ foreign nationals legally. For MRI roles, large academic medical centers and multi-site imaging networks file PERM most consistently because their HR teams handle immigration sponsorship routinely.
Search green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by MRI Technologist roles where employers have active EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL PERM filing data by job title and location, so you're applying to employers who have sponsored this exact role before.
Confirm ARRT certification before PERM begins
Most U.S. hospitals require ARRT certification as a minimum hiring condition. If your employer lists ARRT in the PERM job requirements, you must hold it before the DOL application is filed, not after an offer is extended.
Ask your employer about concurrent I-140 filing
Once PERM is certified, your employer can file the I-140 petition with USCIS. For nationals from countries without a visa backlog, concurrent I-485 filing may be available, which significantly shortens the time to permanent residency.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for MRI Technologist in your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers before you accept an offer or your employer submits the LCA.
Green Card MRI Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an MRI Technologist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most MRI Technologist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a two-year associate degree or a bachelor's in radiologic technology. If you hold an advanced degree and your employer documents that the position requires one, EB-2 sponsorship may apply. Your employer's legal counsel determines the category based on the specific job requirements filed in the PERM application.
How is green card sponsorship through PERM different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for EB-3 petitions, and most countries outside India and China face no significant visa backlog at the EB-3 level. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six months to over a year before the I-140 and adjustment of status stages begin, compared to H-1B approval in a few months.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from an MRI Technologist employer?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This includes posting the position, documenting responses, and filing the ETA Form 9089 with the DOL. The job description filed must reflect the actual duties and minimum requirements of your position, including any state licensure or ARRT certification the employer genuinely requires.
Where can I find MRI Technologist jobs where employers are already sponsoring green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search by job title and filter for employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history drawn from DOL PERM filing data. This means you can identify hospitals and imaging centers that have previously sponsored MRI Technologist roles rather than applying broadly and asking each employer about their willingness to sponsor.
Do I need ARRT certification to qualify for PERM-sponsored MRI Technologist positions?
ARRT certification is required by most U.S. employers for MRI Technologist roles, and if it appears in the PERM job requirements, USCIS and DOL expect you to hold it at the time of filing. If you trained abroad, you'll also need to confirm your credentials are evaluated as equivalent to U.S. standards before your employer initiates the PERM process, since corrections after filing can delay or invalidate the application.