MRI Technician

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

10d•$38 - $50

About The Position

The Department of Radiology includes more than 100 full-time faculty members, clinical associates, advanced practice providers, and postdoctoral researchers. A tradition of excellence in patient care, basic, clinical, and translational sciences, combined with the strengths of one of the world's top academic institutions provides the foundation for a robust career in the University of Chicago Medical System. The University of Chicago MRI Research Center is dedicated to supporting clinical and basic research studies that include MR imaging components. The MRIRC houses two MRI scanners and employs experienced support staff. The MRI scanners sited at the MRIRC are a Philips Achieva 3.0T scanner and a Philips Ingenia 3.0T wide-bore scanner. The scanners are equipped for neuro, body, cardiac, musculoskeletal imaging in adult and pediatric patients, as well as animal imaging. The scanners have the necessary equipment for clinical trials and functional MRI (fMRI). The job provides clinical research laboratories with technical support. Works within defined processes and procedures to assist in specialty research potentially involving animals, MRI technologies, and histology. Completes work with a limited degree of supervision. The job uses best practices and knowledge of patients and exercises autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice includes family support, discharge planning, staff education, consultation and research.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

Satisfactory completion of formal primary pathway in MRI accredited program and clinical training in an AMA or JCERT approved program.
ARRT or ARMRIT.
BLS.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Performs imaging in the MR and holds competency in these MR.
Performs procedures according to set protocols established by radiologists or researchers.
Review all requisitions to ensure correct exam(s) have been scheduled and allotted the proper time frame.
Has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, young and mature adults, and geriatric patients.
Prepares contrast media, (or radio pharmaceutical) performs venipuncture, and administers contrast (or radio pharmaceutical) to patients under the direction of the physician.
Review/evaluate completed exams for quality and proper format.
Makes notation when images are to be repeated, and the proper technical factors needed for correction.
Provides patient education prior to, during, and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce patient anxiety and enhance patient comfort, providing optimal imaging.
Reports and records all malfunctioning equipment to Imaging Manager and/ Clinical Engineering appropriately.
Appropriately utilizes imaging systems, accessories and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images.
Ensure safety of patients and non-radiology staff in and around the imaging scanner/equipment.
Ensures that all regulatory compliance standards are met to ensure patient and staff safety.
Participates in continuing education activities to maintain appropriate accreditation.
Utilizes radiology information systems in accordance with current guidelines and protocols.
Perform daily quality assurance (QA) scans to ensure the system is in good working order.
Check to ensure that routine PMs (Preventive Maintenance) are performed as scheduled.
Routinely checks equipment for damage and reports repairs as needed. (Ex. Checks the RF coils if working in MRI for damage/and report repairs.
Document all system errors and save raw image and raw data when necessary to help service personnel troubleshoot any problems with the systems.
Assists with new staff training and orientation and serves as a conduit for communication when needed between the manager, staff, and facility users.
Provides expertise to produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
Under a limited degree of supervision, provides technical support to clinical research studies.
Works within defined processes and procedures to handle and process research samples and specimens.
Prepares samples and specimens for testing and examination.
Assists in analyzing samples and specimens.
Assists with quality and safety control measures for the laboratory, such as checks of equipment, temperature control, and documentation of quality improvement projects.
Maintains data security by monitoring access to electronic files, rooms, and cabinets where data is stored.
Collaborates with the director, administrator and operational staff to maintain and improve efficient systems for proposal preparation, staff training, and project management.
Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

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