MRI Technologist

Duly Health and Care • Naperville, IL

7d • $33 - $49 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Full-Time MRI Technologist position, 40 hours per week, with hours typically Monday-Friday from 11:30 pm to 8:00 am. The role requires flexibility for weekends, holidays, and travel as needed across Naperville, Hinsdale, and Oak Lawn locations. The position involves performing complex diagnostic MRI procedures, ensuring patient safety, operating equipment, and maintaining quality standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited education program in MRI required.
• ARRT Registered Technologist, RT(MR) or ARMRIT Certified Technologist required.
• BLS – Basic Life Support, AED Adult & Pediatric CPR required.
• Minimum of one year MRI imaging experience.
• Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).
• Repetitive motion: computer keyboard.
• Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100lbs.
• Ability to manipulate MRI coils/table and accessory equipment.
• Ability to reach equipment at heights greater than 6 feet.
• Ability to assist in moving patient from stretcher, wheelchair, or bed to and from MRI table.
• Adequate eyesight to observe the patient’s condition, read MRI computer screen/imaging equipment, and evaluate MRI images for appropriate image quality.
• Sufficient hearing to respond to patient’s verbal inquiries and communicate with other personnel involved in the care of the patient.
• Ability to initiate timely response to audible alarms and signals.
• Ability to perform multi-tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain self-composure and a positive attitude under stress.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of complex diagnostic MRI procedures, with the primary responsibility of completing diagnostic studies from inception to completion under the direction of the radiologist.
• Performs routine MRIs and MRAs, taking accurate verbal patient histories and starting I.V.s to administer IV contrast.
• Maintains a positive imaging environment for patients and acts as a patient liaison to the radiologist.
• Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas.
• Ensures proper MRI safety standards are met, including ensuring all ferromagnetic materials are located outside of scan rooms.
• Able to explain correct emergency shutdown procedures and properly demonstrate fire and safety evacuations.
• Checks patient transfer/transport equipment to ensure compliance with safe operational standards.
• Operates required equipment necessary to produce scans using established guidelines and MRI protocols.
• Completes necessary protocolling tasks.
• Performs ordered examinations according to written MRI protocols.
• Properly identifies patients using three unique identifiers.
• Introduces self to patient using name and role title.
• Explains procedures in laymen’s terms using educational/informational aids when necessary.
• Allows time for patient feedback and questions, ensuring all questions are addressed prior to exam start.
• Verifies completion of MRI screening forms and validates provided information.
• Starts IV access according to standard procedure and injects media under the direction of a physician.
• Selects appropriate IV site according to exam protocol.
• Introduces venipuncture following established standard precaution guidelines.
• Prepares correct IV contrast and the correct amount for administration according to established protocols.
• Selects appropriate injection parameters and monitors injection according to established guidelines.
• Records injection amount, IV location, and flow rate on correct documents.
• Generates appropriate QA documentation (QR reports) when infiltration or reaction occurs.
• Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established MRI protocols to achieve the highest quality image.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• 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 community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree