Outpatient MRI Technologist

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Commuter Benefits

EAP

HSA/FSA

Tuition Reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush seeks a full-time MRI Technologist with x-ray experience to perform high-quality images and deliver excellent patient care. Based at the Orthopedic Building in Chicago, near the Illinois Medical District, the role requires attention to detail, energy, and teamwork.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, no weekends or holidays. Responsibilities include operating the MRI scanner, coordinating scheduling, training students, and ensuring safety and compliance with HIPAA/OSHA/FLSA

Formación

• Graduate of ARRT approved program.
• Minimum of 3 years of MRI orthopedic experience.
• MRI Certification required.
• X-Ray certification and experience required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform high quality MRI images per physician orders.
• Maintain supplies and coordinate patient flow.
• Interviews patients to explain procedures and safety.
• Provide education and training for student technologists.
• Operate MRI scanner, adjust parameters, and perform QA testing.
• Document patient information accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Stays abreast of HIPAA, OSHA, and FLSA requirements.
• Work as part of the imaging department as a team.

Conocimientos

MRI orthopedic experience

Educación

ARRT approved program

MRI Certification

X-Ray Certification

Herramientas

Siemens MR Scanners

Descripción del empleo

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally‑renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? We are seeking a full‑time MRI Technologist, with x‑ray experience to join our team. The MRI Technologist will be responsible for performing high quality images per physician’s orders while providing excellent patient care. The potential candidate must possess high energy, compassionate, flexible and have great attention to detail. This position will be based at the Orthopedic Building in Chicago near the Illinois Medical District. Schedule is Monday - Friday, no weekends or holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies.
• Performs duties of co-workers and subordinates as workload dictates.
• Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated.
• Provide education and training for student technologists
• Coordinate scheduling and patient flow
• Start I.V.’s, administer contrast media as directed per protocol
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the MRI facility (includes cleaning floors and surfaces, replacing light bulbs in the ceiling of the MRI scanner room, leaving the trash can outside of the scan room to be emptied by housekeeping staff daily.
• Operate the MRI scanner to include routine and experimental setup, modification of scanning parameters to optimize data, weekly quality assurance testing, and basic troubleshooting of scanner malfunction
• Document work processes as required.
• Work extended hours when necessary
• Communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.
• Screening patients prior to scanning, gather accurate history, preparing patients for their scan, providing immediate medical treatment and assistance when necessary and responding to incidents and accidents within the MRI Suite.
• Research and document any questionable implanted devices.
• Document accurate and appropriate scan information in patient log book.
• Maintain a safe and appropriate work area
• Attend required meetings
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Work as a team member within the imaging department and all other departments
• Practice proper safety precautions in the magnet environment
• Use professional/ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Stays abreast of and complies with all state and federal laws including HIPPA, OSHA, and FLSA.
• Perform and document daily and/or weekly QA/ACR phantom requirements
• Position patients to capture appropriate images
• Demonstrate an understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
• The primary liaison between patients and radiologists and other members of the support team.
• Accurately interpret a physician’s scanning instructions.
• Comply with all client facilities policies, procedures and practices.
• Ability to follow directions/instructions from his/her supervisor.

Education And/or Experience

• Graduate of ARRT approved program.
• Minimum of 3 years of MRI orthopedic experience.
• One year of Siemens MR Scanners.
• MRI Certification required
• X-Ray certification and experience required.

What’s in it for you?

MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Pay Range: $38.00 - $47.00 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job‑related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Bonus incentive opportunities.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.