MRI -Technical Specialist

About the role

Join Loyola Medicine as an MRI Modality Technical Specialist and play a key role in advancing imaging quality, protocols, and clinical excellence. Hours: M-F-Full-Time 8:00am- 4:30pm. Travel required: - On occasion depending on need to: Tinley Park, Burr Ridge, Oak Brook Terrace, Melrose Park, Maywood and Berwyn, IL

Responsibilities

• Functions as the MRI technical "subject matter expert" under the direction of the MRI Manager in collaboration with the MRI Medical director.
• Develops and implements all clinical imaging protocols for all scanners within the region Burr Ridge, Oakbrook Terrace, Gottlieb Medical Hospital, McNeal Hospital, Tinley Park and main campus LUMC and LUMOC.
• Has in-depth knowledge of MRI parameters manipulation and troubleshooting.
• Performs technical procedures, applying magnetic resonance techniques that require independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative.
• Acts as the chief educator-clinical instructor/super trainer for all staff and students.
• Collaborates with MRI Physicist to oversee all MRI research projects, directs quality for the modality, and serves as a liaison between the equipment vendor, physicians, & staff.
• Performs IQR and ACR accreditation.
• Grows and manages MRI programs with various Radiology schools.

Requirements

• Associate degree Specific Degree(s): Radiologic Technology; MRI Technologist
• 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.
• Demonstrates proficient to expert knowledge of MRI imaging equipment, techniques, procedures, and inventory.
• Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to change and anticipate interruption.
• Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and performance improvements throughout the hospital(s) to promote and support efficient, high quality, and cost-effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certifications Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Tech, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from American Heart Association
• Preferred: Quality Management Certification (ARRT)

Skills

Ability to grow and manage MRI programs with various Radiology schools.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Daily Pay (NEW)
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Pay

Annual Salary Range: $74,651 – $130,853

Schedule

Full time Shift: Day Shift