MRI Technologist, Full-Time Evenings

UChicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

2d•$45 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist works in the Radiology Department at University of Chicago Medicine, performing MRI exams for outpatient, inpatient, and pediatric patients. The role supports day-to-day imaging operations at the DCAM, Comer, CCD, and Mitchell Hospitals and serves as a content expert who teaches and instructs other technologists and students in MR scanning. Exams include neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, breast, pediatric, cardiac, and MR-guided procedural imaging. The technologist reviews patient safety information and screens patients before examinations, reviews requisitions for clinical information and appropriate protocols, and checks images for quality, formatting, and labeling before submission to a radiologist. The position performs imaging protocols under radiologist direction, participates in department meetings to improve procedures, exam quality, and patient throughput, and provides cross-coverage for the imaging team leader when needed. This is a 100% onsite evening position based in the greater Chicagoland area, with work location listed as Hyde Park. The position is eligible for up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Formal training in MR scanning and ability to apply knowledge of physics and system hardware and software to troubleshoot and obtain high-quality images.
Competency in performing high-quality MR exams and educating technologists in the use of MRI equipment.
Progressively advanced imaging experience as an MRI technologist.
Proficiency with MRA, Peripheral, post-processing workstations, Cardiac, Pediatric, Neuroradiology, abdominal, musculoskeletal, thoracic, procedural, and breast imaging applications.
Ability to serve as a resource person for technical operations in the MRI Department.
Knowledge of PACS, EPIC, and Radiant.
Current ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT registration.
Current CPR registration.
If not certified at hire, must meet ARRT or ARMRIT requirements within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of full-time MRI experience.
Advanced MR certification with either ARRT or ARMRIT.

Responsibilities

Perform MR scans for which the technologist is trained and competent.
Provide appropriate care according to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Review requisitions to confirm the correct exams are ordered and allotted appropriate time.
Coordinate exams requiring direct radiologist involvement and review completed exams for quality and proper format.
Notify the radiologist when images need to be repeated and identify technical factors for correction.
Enter and verify correct exam information in RIS and confirm the correct exam was ordered.
Verify patient exam-log information, audit the log, and ensure proper archiving in iSite, EPIC, and Radiant.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the MRI Manager, MRI Team Leader, and/or Radiology Engineering.
Educate technologists on PACS processes, networking, and verifying that images have been saved.
Assist staff with RIS updates and revisions.
Develop collaborative relationships with physician leadership in the MRI section.
Serve as a contact for customers with MRI questions, issues, or concerns.
Coordinate and prioritize daily workload with physicians, nursing floors, radiologists, and Imaging Team Leaders.
Ensure the safety of patients and non-radiology staff in and around the MRI scanner.
Participate in continuing education to maintain appropriate accreditation.
Perform daily quality-assurance scans and confirm that the system is in good working order.
Check that routine preventive maintenance is performed as scheduled.
Inspect RF coils for damage and report repairs as needed.
Attend department meetings and discuss opportunities to improve procedures, exam quality, and patient throughput.
Provide cross-coverage for the imaging team leader in their absence.