Travel MRI Technologist

Travel MRI Technologist

Urbana, Illinois

Start Date - Late June

Estimated Weekly Total - $2,684 additional details

Shift - Days

Weekly Hours - 40

Schedule - 8

Assignment Length - 13 Weeks

Location - 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801

Facility Type - Trauma

EMR - Epic

Beds - 393

OR Beds - 20

ER Visits - 60344

Trauma Level - LI Trauma

Weekly Total* $2,684

40 Hoursx $35.97/hr - $1,438

Overtime - $71.94/hr

Call Back - $71.94/hr

Holiday - $71.94/hr

Weekly M&I Per Diem - $476

Weekly Housing Per Diem - $770

Your Way Is Paid

More About Illinois Illinois Licensure

We are looking for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Urbana, IL. The right MRI Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As an MRI Tech, you will be responsible for the use of magnetic resonance imaging equipment and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. MRI Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing MRI imaging.

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedure performance
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions
• Position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Assist radiologist with procedure performance
• Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT National Certification with registration in magnetic resonance imaging, and state-specific licensing when required.

MRI Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ARRT (MR), BLS, 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.