MRI Technologist: Precision Scans & Patient Care

Advocate Health Care; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Illinois is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to position and immobilize patients and select optimal protocols for high-quality scans. You will reformat data post-acquisition and perform post-processing as needed.

Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, initiating IVs for contrast, reviewing charges, coordinating scheduling, and maintaining safety standards. ARRT or ARMRIT certification and a 2-year Radiology/MRI program graduate are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal MRI training or degree and ARRT/ARMRIT certification.
• Basic knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and MRI clinical protocols.
• CPR certification and understanding MRI safety.

Responsibilities

• Positioning and immobilization of patients and protocol selection for optimal diagnostic MRI quality.
• Post-processing of data to enhance image information.
• Operate MRI support equipment and administer contrast media per policy.
• Review charges and manage billing for procedures performed.
• Coordinate scheduling, patient transport, and maintain MRI logs.
• Ensure safety standards and proper gowning of patients before magnet entry.
• Document data for QA and quality improvement.

Skills

Cross sectional anatomy

MRI safety

MRI protocols

CPR Certification

Education

2-year Radiology or MRI program graduate

MRI course at Junior College level or above

ARRT or ARMRIT

Tools

RadNet

Post processing software

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Illinois is seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to position and immobilize patients and select optimal protocols for high-quality scans. You will reformat data post-acquisition and perform post-processing as needed.

Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, initiating IVs for contrast, reviewing charges, coordinating scheduling, and maintaining safety standards. ARRT or ARMRIT certification and a 2-year Radiology/MRI program graduate are required.