Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist

About the role

Operates a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat pathologies. State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
• Performs patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination.
• Enters and monitors patient data and transfers images.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of a MRI or Radiology Technology program.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Physical Requirements: Constant standing and walking; frequent use of vision and depth perception for near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more); frequent use of hearing and speech for oral communication; frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery; frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs; frequent lifting/moving of patients; frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry; occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs; occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors; occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements; rare kneeling and sitting.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA); AND ARRT-MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

Pay

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

Schedule

7‑7 three days a week. Rotating Saturdays and Sundays. Day Shift. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.