MRI Technologist

Duly Healthcare; Illinois; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their team. This full-time position involves performing complex MRI procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You'll be responsible for operating MRI equipment, starting IVs, and maintaining quality assurance standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and generous parental leave. If you're passionate about patient care and MRI technology, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employer-provided life and disability insurance

$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year

Immediate 401(k) match

40 hours paid volunteer time off

12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MRI program with ARRT or ARMRIT certification.
• Minimum one year of MRI experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various complex diagnostic MRI procedures under radiologist's direction.
• Ensure MRI safety standards and quality assurance checks are met.
• Start IV access and administer contrast media under supervision.

Skills

MRI Procedures

IV Administration

Patient Communication

Quality Assurance Checks

Education

Accredited MRI Program Graduate

ARRT Registered Technologist

BLS, AED, Pediatric CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

MRI Technologist – Float - Bloomingdale and Glen Ellyn

Position Highlights

• Full-Time; 40 Hours
• Hours: M-F 11:30am-8pm, occasional shifts from 8:00am-5:30pm. Two weekend days per month from 7:30am-4:00pm. Holiday and Travel as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• Employer-provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact.
• 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members.

Performs a variety of complex diagnostic MRI procedures, primarily responsible for completing diagnostic studies from start to finish under the radiologist's direction. Responsibilities include routine MRIs and MRAs, taking accurate verbal patient histories, starting IVs, and administering IV contrast. Maintains a positive imaging environment and acts as a patient liaison to the radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas
• Ensures proper MRI safety standards are met
• Ensures all ferromagnetic materials are outside the scan room
• Explains emergency shutdown procedures
• Demonstrates fire and safety evacuation procedures
• Checks patient transfer/transport equipment for safety compliance
• Operates MRI equipment according to established protocols
• Completes necessary protocolling tasks
• Performs examinations according to MRI protocols
• Properly identifies patients using three unique identifiers
• Introduces self to patient with name and role
• Explains procedures in layman's terms and provides educational aids if needed
• Allows time for patient questions and feedback
• Verifies MRI screening forms and validates information
• Starts IV access and injects media under physician supervision
• Selects appropriate IV site and equipment, performs venipuncture following safety guidelines
• Prepares and administers IV contrast as per protocols
• Records injection parameters and monitors injection
• Documents any infiltration or reactions
• Prepares and positions patient for imaging to ensure high-quality images

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MRI program
• ARRT Registered Technologist, RT(MR), or ARMRIT Certified Technologist
• BLS, AED, and Pediatric CPR certification
• Minimum one year MRI experience
• Ability to stand for long periods, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100 lbs
• Manipulate MRI coils, tables, and equipment
• Reach heights over 6 feet
• Assist in patient transfers
• Good eyesight and hearing for patient observation and communication
• Sufficient dexterity and multitasking ability
• Stay composed and positive under stress

The compensation range for this role is $32.65-$49.00 per hour, with actual pay based on skills, experience, education, certifications, location, and internal factors. Additional incentives may include shift differentials and bonuses.