MRI Tech

Advocate Health

3d•$36 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist operates magnetic resonance equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures, including routine musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopedic, arthrogram, neurological angiography, body, and small-joint imaging. The technologist obtains patient histories, verifies that requisitions match physician orders, and prepares and administers contrast media under Radiologist direction. The role includes positioning patients, selecting and adjusting scan factors, protecting patients around the magnet, processing and labeling images, maintaining records, entering information into the radiology information system, and documenting billing codes. The technologist also performs equipment quality assurance and calibration, reports equipment malfunctions, and may evaluate new products and equipment. The position includes patient positioning and transport duties requiring lifting and pushing or pulling, and providing age-appropriate care. This is a casual part-time position at St. Luke’s South Shore in Cudahy, Wisconsin, with a minimum commitment of two shifts per month and flexible day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Requirements

Complete an accredited or approved Radiologic Technology program, including advanced training beyond high school.
Hold MRI certification from CAMRT or ARMRIT, or hold RT registration from ARRT.
Obtain ARRT MRI registration and certification within two years.
Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within six months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and magnetic safety.
Competency in IV and venipuncture if required by the facility.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills for working with physicians, patients, and staff.
Ability to work independently.
Intermediate computer skills.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, twisting, and reaching; lifting up to 50 pounds from floor to waist and 20 pounds overhead; carrying up to 40 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person present.
Clear speech, vision, and hearing.

Responsibilities

Operate MRI equipment to perform basic and intermediate diagnostic procedures.
Obtain patient medical histories and compare requisitions with physician orders to verify exam accuracy.
Prepare and administer contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.
Position patients, select and adjust scanning factors, and follow magnet protection and safety requirements.
Post-process images as directed and accurately label images with patient and scan information.
Maintain regulatory records, enter patient and study information into the radiology information system, and document billing codes.
Identify equipment performance issues, conduct quality assurance tests and calibration procedures, report malfunctions, and evaluate new products and equipment.
Position and transport patients using proper lifting and pushing or pulling techniques.
Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients.
Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications.