MRI Technologist - Chicago, IL (X-Ray Experience Required) - Full-time

pspanstrongIt’s the people that make the difference.  Are you ready to make your impact?  /strong/span/p pspanMidwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services.  The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report.  Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world.  MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics. /span/p pspan /span/p pspanstrongReady to join in? /strong We are seeking a full-time MRI Technologist to join our team. The MRI Technologist will be responsible for performing high quality images per physician's orders while providing excellent patient care. The potential candidate must possess high energy, compassionate, flexible and have great attention to detail. This position will be based at the Orthopedic Building in Chicago, IL near the Illinois Medical District./span/p pspan /span/p pstrongEssential Duties and Responsibilitiesspan /span/strongspaninclude the following. Other duties may be assigned./span/p ul lispanMaintain appropriate levels of supplies. /span/li lispanPerforms duties of co-workers and subordinates as workload dictates. /span/li lispanInterviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to request removal of metal objects which are hazardous to patient and equipment when magnet is activated. /span/li lispanProvide education and training for student technologists/span/li lispanCoordinate scheduling and patient flow/span/li lispanStart I.V.’s, administer contrast media as directed per protocol/span/li lispanPerform routine cleaning and maintenance of the MRI facility (includes cleaning floors and surfaces, replacing light bulbs in the ceiling of the MRI scanner room, leaving the trash can outside of the scan room to be emptied by housekeeping staff daily./span/li lispanOperate the MRI scanner to include routine and experimental setup, modification of scanning parameters to optimize data, weekly quality assurance testing, and basic troubleshooting of scanner malfunction/span/li lispanDocument work processes as required. /span/li lispanWork extended hours when necessary/span/li lispanCommunicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone. /span/li lispanScreening patients prior to scanning, gather accurate history, preparing patients for their scan, providing immediate medical treatment and assistance when necessary and responding to incidents and accidents within the MRI Suite.  /span/li lispanResearch and document any questionable implanted devices./span/li lispanDocument accurate and appropriate scan information in patient log book. /span/li lispanMaintain a safe and appropriate work area/span/li lispanAttend required meetings/span/li lispanMaintain confidentiality of sensitive information/span/li lispanWork as a team member within the imaging department and all other departments/span/li lispanPractice proper safety precautions in the magnet environment/span/li lispanUse professional/ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties./span/li lispanPerform other duties as assigned/span/li lispanStays abreast of and complies with all state and federal laws including HIPPA, OSHA, and FLSA./span/li lispanPerform and document daily and/or weekley QA/ACR phantom requirements /span/li lispanPosition patients to capture appropriate images/span/li lispanDemonstrate an understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology./span/li lispanThe primary liaison between patients and radiologists and other members of the support team. /span/li lispanAccurately interpret a physician’s scanning instructions./span/li lispanComply with all client facilities policies, procedures and practices./span/li lispanAbility to follow directions/instructions from his/her supervisor./span/li /ul pspan /span/p pspanstrongEducation and/or Experience/strong/span/p ul lispanGraduate of ARRT approved program./span/li lispanMinimum of 3 years of MRI orthopedic experience. /span/li lispanOne year of Siemens MR Scanners./span/li lispanX-Ray experience required./span/li /ul pspan /span/p pspanstrongWhat’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package./strong/span/p pstrongPay Range: $38.00 - $47.00 per hour. /strongCompensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.span /span/p ul liMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance./li liPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays./li liCompany-paid life and long-term disability insurance./li liVoluntary life, ADD, and short-term disability insurance./li liCritical Illness and Accident Insurance./li li401(k) Savings Plan./li li401(k) Employer Contribution./li liPet Insurance./li liCommuter Benefits./li liEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)./li liTax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA)./li liHSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP)./li liTuition Reimbursement./li liExcellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana. /li /ul pspanOur employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer. #INDAOJ/span/p