MRI Technologist, Registry (PRN)- Orland Park

UChicago Medicine•Orland Park, IL

11d•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 at the Orland Park location. The role supports day-to-day operations and may provide cross-coverage for the Imaging Team Leader. The technologist serves as a content expert, teaching and instructing technologists and students in MR scanning across areas including neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, breast, pediatric, cardiac, and MR-guided procedural imaging. The technologist reviews patient safety information and screens patients before exams, reviews requisitions for clinical information and appropriate protocols, performs imaging protocols under Radiologist direction, and evaluates images for quality, formatting, and labeling before submission for interpretation. The role also coordinates with physicians, nursing floors, radiologists, and Imaging Team Leaders; participates in quality improvement and department meetings; maintains imaging records and archives; and supports equipment readiness and patient safety. This is a 100% onsite position requiring the employee to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Requirements

Formal training in MR scanning and the ability to apply knowledge of physics and system hardware and software to solve problems and obtain high-quality images.
Competency in performing high-quality MR exams and educating technologists in the use of MRI equipment.
Progressively advanced experience as an MRI technologist.
Proficiency with MRA, peripheral imaging, post-processing workstations, cardiac, pediatric, neuroradiology, abdominal, musculoskeletal, thoracic, procedural, and breast imaging.
Ability to serve as a technical operations resource in the MRI Department.
Knowledge of PACS, EPIC, and Radiant.
Current ARRT (MR) registration.
Advanced MR certification with either certification board; if not certified at hire, must meet ARRT requirements within one year of hire.
Current CPR registration.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two years of full-time MRI experience.

Responsibilities

Perform MR scans for which the technologist is trained and competent.
Apply appropriate care protocols to meet the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Review requisitions to confirm that the correct exams are ordered and allotted the proper 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 needed for correction.
Ensure correct exam data is entered and verified in RIS.
Verify patient exam log information, audit the log regularly, and ensure proper archiving in iSite, EPIC, and Radiant.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the Manager, MRI Team Leader, and/or Radiology Engineering.
Educate technologists on PACS networking processes and checking that images are saved correctly.
Assist staff with RIS updates and revisions.
Develop collaborative relationships with physician leadership in the MRI section.
Serve as a key contact for customers with MRI questions, issues, and 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 to confirm the system is working properly.
Check that preventive maintenance is performed on schedule.
Check RF coils routinely for damage and report needed repairs.
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.