Assistant Manager, MRI

Assistant Manager, MRI

Be part of the change and transformation happening at Loyola Medicine - Radiology department!

Hours:

• Full-Time; Day Shift
• Monday - Friday; occasional weekends
• Location: Maywood, IL & Satellites locations

About the Role

In this role, the Assistant Manager, MRI provides operational and technical leadership for inpatient and/or outpatient MRI services within the Department of Radiology. This position plays a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality imaging services through effective management of daily operations, staffing, and workflow optimization. The Assistant Manager oversees technical excellence across MRI services, ensures staff competency and regulatory compliance, and actively supports scheduling efficiency and appropriate staffing levels.

This role is responsible for the onboarding, training, and ongoing development of MRI technologists and student technologists, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Operating in both a leadership and hands-on technical capacity, the Assistant Manager partners with radiologists, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, patient-centered imaging services.

What You'll Do

• Support the Manager with daily operations, staff scheduling, performance management, hiring support, and competency evaluations.
• Assist in advancing departmental goals that promote teamwork, patient-centered care, and staff engagement and retention.
• Oversee timekeeping, schedule coverage, and compliance with hospital and departmental policies.
• Contribute to staffing and budget management by monitoring daily volumes and adjusting coverage as needed.
• Maintain clinical proficiency by performing imaging procedures in accordance with departmental standards when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

Minimum Required:

• Associate's degree - or equivalent training acquired via work experience
• 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
• May require on-call, weekend, holiday and emergency coverage as department needs warrant.
• Specific Degree(s): Radiologic Technology- MRI
• Expected to function as a "working manager"
• Ability to distinguish between types of medical procedures and diagnoses
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, prioritization, and decision-making skills
• Assist in training student technologist rotating through the department
• Requires travelling to offsite locations as needed

Preferred:

• 3-5 years management or lead experience
• Bachelor's Degree
• UKG scheduling or equivalent

Licensure/Certifications

Required:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program
• ARRT (MRI) licensure
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from American Heart Association only
• EPIC, PAC experience or equivalent
• Excel Proficient (intermediate) Testing for proficiency maybe required

Why Loyola Medicine?

• Mission-driven organization where advanced imaging directly supports high-quality patient care, education, and research.
• Opportunity to practice and lead within a nationally recognized academic medical center committed to clinical excellence and innovation.
• Collaborative, team-based culture that values professional development, continuing education, and cross-disciplinary partnership.
• Access to advanced MRI technology and a supportive clinical environment focused on patient safety, quality, and compassionate care.

Perks & 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
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Annual Salary Range: $84,150 - $135,000

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.