MRI Tech 1

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Diag Srvcs-MRI

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0)

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:00: PM - 10:30 PM)

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Pay Range: $32.00 - $52.08 per hour
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Summary:
This role will provide MRI Imaging for the broad patient population applying protocols defined by the organization's Radiologists and Cardiologists. This role will produce MRI images that meet the quality expectations of the department. As a MRI Tech, understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care in regards to their growth and development process. The position actively supports the Hospital's and Department's Continuous Quality Improvement and customer service goals, individually and as an effective team member. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Completion of didactic coursework an accredited MRI Program.
• Completion of at least 60% of required clinical hours in an accredited MRI Program.
• Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - BLS from American Heart Association preferred
• Competent and proficient in operation of MRI equipment
• Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Working knowledge of the IT systems that support the modality
• Ability to identify and flag abnormalities

Physical Demands:
• Requires full range body motion including handling and lifting patients when necessary.
• Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
• Provides patient and family focused care that supports a welcoming and supportive environment and a positive patient experience.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Understands and follows departmental protocols and procedures in the performance of exams and produces work that meets quality standards.
• Ability to identify and flag abnormalities.
• Produces work in an efficient manner that meets departmental productivity standards.
• Maintains the physical work environment in a manner that meets departmental and regulatory requirements.
• Reports supply shortage or equipment failure to section supervisor.
• Follows work and patient schedules.
• Assist physician in the performance of procedures.
• Maintains logs and documentation as per departmental protocol.
• Provides patient history or information necessary for proper interpretation of the procedure
• Participates in the training and development of students assigned to area through clinical affiliations.
• Fills department staffing needs as determined by the management team.
• Required adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet staffing needs as determined by the management team

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