Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - UI Health, MRI Diagnostic Services

MRI Technologist

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Employees at this level perform a variety of technical and patient care tasks in the department utilizing magnetic resonance energy and radio-frequency waves to produce medical images of the human body and/or animals for diagnosis, treatment, and/or research. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist also performs other tasks such as administering contrast and ensures that patients/subjects and visitors are screened for MRI safety prior to performing MRI exams.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Magnetic Resonance Imaging exams and procedures
• Utilizes department clinical protocols to obtain optimal quality imaging
• Navigates electronic medical record and other information systems to process imaging
• Performs venipuncture and contrast injection as required per scope of practice
• Assists in training and education of MRI students
• Participates in the enforcement of MRI safety practices
• Provides technical assistance to researchers who are conducting MRI studies
• Responds to patient, subject, and/or staff service and patient experience issues.
• Adheres to regulatory standards such The Joint Commission, ACR, IDPH and Infection Control policy
• Reports equipment failures and supply shortages as needed
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Current/Valid registration or certification of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) by either:
   • the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); OR
   • the American Register of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
3. Current CPR BLS certification from the American Heart Association

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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