MRI Tech- E/O Weekend-Lombard

Duly Health and Care•Lombard, IL

1d•$35 - $52

About The Position

The MRI Tech performs complex diagnostic MRI procedures and completes diagnostic studies from start to finish under the direction of a radiologist. Duties include performing routine MRIs and MRAs, obtaining accurate verbal patient histories, starting IVs and administering IV contrast under physician direction, and preparing and positioning patients to produce high-quality images. The role also supports patients by maintaining a positive imaging environment and serving as a liaison to the radiologist. The technician follows written MRI protocols, completes protocolling tasks, operates imaging equipment, and ensures MRI safety. The position includes equipment and procedure-area quality checks, confirming that ferromagnetic materials remain outside the scan room, demonstrating emergency shutdown and fire-evacuation procedures, and checking patient transfer and transport equipment for safe operation. Patient identification, explanation of procedures, screening-form verification, IV preparation and monitoring, and documentation are also required. This is an every-other-weekend position at the Lombard location, with hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The stated base pay range is $35.00–$52.00; actual pay depends on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives may also be available. AI tools may be used during some portions of candidate review, but employment decisions are made by a person.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited MRI education program.
ARRT Registered Technologist, RT(MR), or ARMRIT Certified Technologist.
BLS – Basic Life Support and AED Adult & Pediatric CPR certification.
Minimum of one year of MRI imaging experience.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and frequently bend or stoop and reach overhead, extensively, and repetitively.
Ability to perform repetitive computer-keyboard work.
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull 50–100 lbs.
Ability to manipulate MRI coils, the table, and accessory equipment, and reach equipment at heights greater than six feet.
Ability to assist with moving patients between a stretcher, wheelchair, or bed and the MRI table.
Adequate eyesight to observe patient condition, read MRI computer screens and imaging equipment, and evaluate image quality.
Sufficient hearing to respond to patient inquiries, communicate with care-team personnel, and respond promptly to audible alarms and signals.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain composure and a positive attitude under stress.

Responsibilities

Perform complex diagnostic MRI procedures and complete studies from inception to completion under the direction of a radiologist.
Perform routine MRIs and MRAs, obtain accurate verbal patient histories, and start IVs to administer contrast under physician direction.
Maintain a positive imaging environment and act as a patient liaison to the radiologist.
Perform quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas.
Ensure MRI safety standards are followed and ferromagnetic materials are kept outside the scan room.
Explain emergency shutdown procedures and demonstrate fire and safety evacuations.
Check patient transfer and transport equipment for compliance with safe operational standards.
Operate the equipment required to produce scans according to established guidelines and MRI protocols.
Complete protocolling tasks and perform ordered examinations according to written MRI protocols.
Identify patients using three unique identifiers and introduce oneself by name and role.
Explain procedures in lay terms, use educational or informational aids when needed, and allow time for patient questions and feedback.
Verify completion of MRI screening forms and validate the information provided.
Select an appropriate IV site, catheter or needle, contrast agent, dose, and injection parameters according to protocols; perform venipuncture using standard precautions and monitor the injection.
Record injection amount, IV location, and flow rate, and generate appropriate quality-assurance documentation when infiltration or a reaction occurs.
Prepare and position patients according to MRI protocols to achieve the highest-quality images.