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MRI Internship

Applicants must be graduates of a JRCERT accredited radiography program or submit proof of enrollment in a radiography program at the interview.

This clinical internship is offered in conjunction with the ARRT’s required 16 hours of structured education. Interns may also opt to take online courses through the University of Iowa.

Intern will need to comply with items stated in the MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center's self-directed learning contract, which includes the expectation to take the ARRT registry examination at the conclusion of the internship.

The intern must provide proof of the following documentation prior to starting the internship:

  • ARRT certification (upon radiography graduation)
  • MRI Safety Checklist (to include: no pacemakers, certain implanted devices, hearing aids or prosthetics that could be affected by the magnetic field)
  • Professional liability insurance through ASRT-endorsed Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO)
  • Completed AGO (Alternative General Orientation) if new or returning to the organization
  • Immunizations, including current TB test
  • Cleared background check
  • Cleared drug screen
  • Cleared pre-employment physical
  • BLS and Mandatory Reporting Certification
  • IDPH Permit to Practice may also be necessary if offered/accept a PRN MRI position prior to passing MRI registry Internship Costs:

Internship Costs:

No fee; it is an unpaid position.

Structured Education Hours

The ARRT requires 16 structured education hours. We recommend ASRT’s 16 hour CE series (cost $240-$320). These courses will be paid for by the intern directly to the provider of the educational course.

Application Deadline

Accepted year round, contact us to learn of next internship start date

Selection Criteria:

Promising applicants are invited for personal interviews with the Admissions Committee. The Admission Committee considers all aspects of each applicant’s record and offers admission to the best-qualified individuals. Positive applicant attributes include maturity, previous MRI experience, an aptitude for academic achievement, strong attendance history/records, customer-service focus, knowledge of and motivation toward a career in MRI.

MMC-NI does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference.

Miscellaneous Costs:

  • Background check – approximately $30 (Human Resources)
  • Current TB test – approximately $15 at County Public Health Office or can do it an your physicians office but cost is variable depending on your health insurance coverage
  • Pre-employment physical – approximately $125 (Healthworks)
  • Drug Screen collection and processing fee – approximately $40 (Healthworks)
  • BLS course fee, if not current
  • Mandatory reporting course fee, if not current
  • Professional liability insurance (www.hpso.com) approximately $50-100/year

Clinical Start Date

Variable – typically 1 intern/ year

Clinical Length

Minimum of 6 months, average 8 months, not to exceed 9 months.

Clinical Hours

32 hrs/week with one day off to allow time for personal appointments, coursework, etc.

Schedules to be determined by MRI supervisor to ensure best opportunities to secure needed ARRT exams. Hours will typically vary between 7:30-4 and 8-4:30 Monday-Friday.

Intern will be required to follow and be in compliance with MercyOne attendance policies.

Personal time:

Up to 5 days allowed. If additional time is needed, it will be added on to the minimum length of the program.

Financial assistance:

  • CENT Credit Union may offer low-interest rate student loans. Call 424-2368 to inquire.
  • X-ray student loan payments to the CENT Credit Union may be deferred if provided proper documentation of the internship
  • Potential Financial Aid through U of I if decide you are ‘degree-seeking’.

U of I Online Coursework Options:

Interns may opt for U of I coursework in place of CEUs to meet the ARRT structured education requirement: there are 2 options – degree-seeking and non-degree seeking. Visit University of Iowa Distant Learning for more information on the options, course schedules, and requirements.

Degree-Seeking opportunity: University of Iowa BS Radiation Sciences

There are other qualifications, applications and fees at the U of I. Our clinical internship would NOT transfer to the U of I to fulfill the BS elective requirements (but the online coursework may). Contact Jenny Maiers 319-353-8388, Email: radiation-sciences@uiowa.edu or visit Uni of Iowa radiation Sciences for more information on BS degree

For further information contact:

Amy Edwards – (641) 428-6079 or edwardsa@mercyhealth.com

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