Technologist - Testing - Chicago, IL, United States - Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Description

You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions.

You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

The MRI Technologist performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient's conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures.

The MRI Technologist will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The MRI Technologist will demonstrate Shirley Ryan Ability

Lab Core Attributes:
The MRI Technologist will:

Evaluates the request for radiographic service and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate procedure protocol and method of application.

Coordinates selection of appropriate scan parameters, including pulse sequences, by referring MRI protocols and/or the radiologist.
Performs POC Creatinine testing prior to any contrast studies as warranted.

Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of nursing care and age-specific sensitivities guidelines.

Documents imaging procedures to ensure correct charging, and patient and film file tracking.

Certification and registration in MRI by either the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) or ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist).

Self-motivated individual requiring little supervision.
Maintains competencies and complies with continuing education requirements of credentialing agencies
Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.