MRI Technologist

Duly Health and Care • Naperville, IL

88d • $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 technologist will perform a variety of complex diagnostic MRI procedures, from start to finish, under the radiologist's direction. This includes routine MRIs and MRAs, taking patient histories, and administering IV contrast. A key aspect of the role is maintaining a positive imaging environment for patients and serving as a liaison between the patient and the radiologist. The position also involves performing quality assurance checks, ensuring MRI safety standards are met, operating required equipment, and completing necessary protocoling tasks.

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, takes accurate verbal patient histories and starts 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 room.
• 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.
• Performs introduction to patient using name and role title.
• Explains procedure 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