MRI Technologist

Pride Health; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 122,850 - 127,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k)-retirement savings

Employee assistance program

Legal support

Employee discounts with preferred vendors

Job summary

A healthcare staffing solution provider is seeking an MRI Tech in Dixon, Illinois. The role involves analyzing patient histories, preparing contrast dyes, and ensuring patient comfort during scans. Candidates must have at least 2 years of MRI Tech experience and an ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification. This contract position offers a competitive weekly pay range of $2,700.00-$2,800.00. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in various healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 Years of MRI Tech experience required.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing patient histories and completing screenings for pacemakers and injuries.
• Preparing and administering contrast dyes.
• Addressing patients’ concerns and ensuring comfort during scans.
• Performing regular inspections of the MRI equipment and scheduling maintenance.
• Positioning patients and completing MRI scans according to specifications.
• Ensuring cleanliness and safety of MRI rooms.
• Training junior MRI Technologists and assisting new staff.
• Writing reports and escalating issues as needed.
• Carrying out quality assurance procedures and implementing improvements.

Skills

Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology

Proficiency in 2D, M-Mode, Doppler, and color flow imaging

Excellent patient care and communication skills

Attention to detail and critical thinking

Ability to work in outpatient, inpatient, ICU, and emergency settings

Education

ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification

License required to submit

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

Pride Health is currently seeking candidates for MRI Tech that will provide support for our client's healthcare systems in Dixon, Illinois. This is a contract assignment with a high likelihood of extension and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Overview

Job Title: MRI Tech

Schedule: 40 hours/week

Shift: Days

Pay Range for Traveler: $2,700.00-$2,800.00 Weekly DOE

Responsibilities

• Analyzing patient histories and completing screenings for pacemakers and injuries where metal objects were involved.
• Preparing and administering contrast dyes.
• Addressing patients’ concerns and ensuring that they are comfortable and calm during scans.
• Performing regular inspections of the MRI equipment and machines, and scheduling maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Positioning the patients and completing MRI scans according to the physicians' specifications.
• Ensuring that the MRI rooms are kept clean, tidy, and safe at all times.
• Training junior MRI Technologists and providing support to new staff.
• Writing reports and escalating any problems to the relevant stakeholders.
• Carrying out quality assurance procedures and implementing improvements as required.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology
• Proficiency in 2D, M-Mode, Doppler, and color flow imaging
• Ability to work in outpatient, inpatient, ICU, and emergency settings
• Excellent patient care and communication skills
• Attention to detail and critical thinking

Required Certification & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 2 Years of MRI Tech experience required.
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• License required to submit (willing to wait)

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.