MRI Tech II

100 Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Join Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center as an MRI Technologist. Work with a skilled team in a fast-paced radiology setting performing advanced MR exams and patient care. 28 hours weekly, primarily 2:30 PM–10:00 PM, with on-call rotation every eight weeks and sign-on bonus eligibility.

Responsibilities include operating MRI systems, preparing contrast, and ensuring safety and imaging quality while collaborating with radiologists and staff in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced training beyond high school in Radiologic Technology.
• 2+ years MRI experience preferred.
• CAMRT/ARMRIT/ARRT certifications or eligible with 2-year plan.

Responsibilities

• Operate MR equipment for basic to advanced diagnostic procedures.
• Perform specified MRI exams including cardiac and functional MRI.
• Obtain history, prep contrast, ensure exam accuracy under radiologist guidance.
• Position patients, ensure safety and image quality, document results.
• Maintain records and assist in QA and device evaluation.

Skills

MR imaging

Patient positioning

Image safety

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

GE MRI

Siemens MRI

Job description

Department: 36311 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - MRI Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 28 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Primarily four days per week 2:30 PM - 10:00 PM One weekend of on-call coverage every eight weeks Participation in the backup on-call rotation Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 MRI Technologist | Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Benefits begin on Day One, including tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs. Join one of the region's most advanced MRI teams at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center. Our department features five MRI scanners, including both GE and Siemens technology, and performs a wide variety of specialized imaging procedures, including: Cardiac MRI Functional MRI Neuro imaging Body imaging Musculoskeletal imaging Specialty MRI exams

You'll work alongside a highly skilled and supportive team of MRI technologists in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and exceptional patient care are at the forefront. Schedule Primarily four days per week 2:30 PM - 10:00 PM One weekend of on-call coverage every eight weeks Participation in the backup on-call rotation If you're ready to grow your MRI expertise, work with state-of-the-art technology, and join a supportive, highly skilled team, we are the place to be!

Major Responsibilities:

• Proficiently operates magnetic resonance (MR) equipment used to perform basic to advanced diagnostic procedures.
• Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include angiography, thoracic, abdomen, venous, cardiac, functional MRI, gated, interventional, breast MRI, fetal MR, and spectroscopy.
• Obtains medical history from patients, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure ordered exam accuracy, and prepares and administers contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Positions patient and selects proper scanning factors, adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images, and provides magnet protection and safety in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff and evaluates new products and equipment.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff.
• Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
• Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification issued by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) registration and certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 2 years, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required: Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required: Typically requires 2 years of experience in a MRI Technologist role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Advanced knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and magnetic safety. Proficient in IV and venipuncture (if required by facility). Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. Ability to work independently. Intermediate computer skills. Certification Addendum Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.

• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

Must be able to:

• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation and magnetic hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Must have clear speech, vision and hearing. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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