MRI Tech- PRN

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an MRI technologist for the Advocate Lutheran General Hospital MRI department. This PRN/part-time role covers am, PM and overnight shifts. The position involves patient positioning, MRI data processing, and ensuring safety and quality of scans.

Responsibilities include charting, billing data, and assisting with scheduling while maintaining strict imaging and safety standards. ARRT/ARMRIT certification and CPR are required or near-term completion.

Qualifications

• 2 yrs Radiology or MRI program graduate ARRT or ARMRIT
• 1 hour annually in stroke care
• Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and usual MRI procedures
• ARRT Registry or ARMRIT CPR Certification
• MRI Certification Preferred or within 12 months of hire into position (ARRT only)

Responsibilities

• Positioning and immobilization of patients and selection of technical factors for optimal MRI quality
• Post processing of data to enhance information and images
• Operates MRI support equipment and transfers patients to/from MRI table
• Obtains department documentation for records, charges, and inventory
• Secures patient history to inform radiologist and ensures exam criteria are met
• Maintains MRI safety standards, equipment logs, and attends safety in-services

Skills

MRI procedures

ARRT/ARMRIT certification

CPR Certification

Cross-sectional anatomy

Education

Radiology or MRI program graduate

Stroke care training (1 hour annually)

Tools

PACS

MRI workstation

Job description

Position Details

Department: 36311 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - MRI Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN position to cover AM, PM and Overnight Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities

1. Accountable for the positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans procedures of optimal quality 1)Selects appropriate technical factors on an individual patient and procedural basis to provide optimal quality examinations. 2)Performs post processing of computer data to enhance data and image information. 3)Operates support equipment for MRI, such as: independent workstation additional disc drives, pressure injector, PACS. 4)Transfers patients to and from MRI scanning table and prepares patient for examination by explaining procedure and answering any questions patient may have. 5)Initiates IVs for administration of contrast media for MRI enhancement in accordance with departmental policy and utilizing universal precautions in the process. 6)Archives images onto optical disks. 7)Follows MRI workflow including networking of images to PACS and verifying studies.
2. Accountable for obtaining documentation for department records related to patient statistics, supplies, patient billing information and preservation of patient records. 1)Documents confidential patient’s history to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination. 2)Documents patient charge data, modifying and initiating charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist. 3)Documents any allergic reaction, incident report regarding staff or patient situations. 4)Provides timely information for inventory of supplies. 5)Ensures all films are properly identified and numbered for each patient according to current department procedures for accurate interpretation by radiologist. 6)Assists in scheduling of examinations and documenting complete.
3. Accountable for securing pertinent history from patient, patient’s chart or family member to provide the radiologist with adequate information for examination interpretation and to ensure procedural criteria is met. Thoroughly fills out, signs and dates all required forms. 1)Assists in obtaining confidential history of patient which includes allergy screening to ensure appropriateness of patient for examination as well as ensuring the administration of contrast agents during required procedures.
4. Accountable for being compliant with established Accrediting Organization and department safety standards to ensure patients and staff wellbeing at all times. 1)Maintains magnetic and radiation safety standards. 2)Maintains fire safety standards. 3)Maintains knowledge of department Code Blue policy. 4)Maintains knowledge of departmental disaster, evacuation and quench policies. 5)Maintains and constantly implements universal and infection safety standards. 6)Maintains documentation of equipment malfunctions and monthly coil checks. 7)Attends mandatory in-services. 8)Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
5. Accountable for keeping abreast of current magnetic resonance, and radiological skills and new developments in the field. 1)Responsible for attending in-services and educational seminars when appropriate. 2)Responsible for instructing other technologists to certain new techniques learned, as well as working with students when required.
6. Accountable for maintaining good relations when dealing with all persons encountered in daily performance of job. 1)Relating with Internal Customers – fellow staff members, physicians. 2)Relating with External Customers – ancillary departments, inpatients/outpatients, family members.

Education/Experience Required

1. 2 yrs Radiology or MRI program graduate ARRT or ARMRIT
2. 1 hour annually in stroke care

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

1. Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and usual MRI procedures
2. ARRT Registry or ARMRIT CPR Certification
3. MRI Certification Preferred or within 12 months of hire into position for (ARRT only)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work overtime when required. Ability to be flexible in starting times to meet demands. (weekend rotation and flexible hours.) - Attends additional educational and safety inservices, - Ability to respond to work at short notice. - Exposed to radiation. - Ability to operate portable equipment. - Ability to deal with extremely ill patients. - Ability to communicate with patients - Ability to adjust to flexible work hours - Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call-back - Ability to participate on-call program and available to meet department needs with minimal notice. - Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting. LIGHT: Lifting up to 20 – 50 pounds occasionally and/or Up to 10 pounds frequently. MEDIUM: Lifting up to 20 – 50 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. HEAVY: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. - Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment skills. - Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence. - Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities. - Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills. - May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as film processing chemicals. - Ability to attend out-of-town site visits to view equipment.
• This position will need to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging. Prior experience with various age groups is preferred. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
• 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

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.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care.