UChicago Medicine·Chicago, Illinois
Perform high-quality MRI exams for diverse patient populations and ensure strict adherence to safety screening protocols. Act as a technical expert to instruct other technologists and coordinate daily workloads with radiologists and nursing staff.
Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at University of Chicago Medicine as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist in the Radiology Department.
Here, you will perform MRI exams on outpatient, inpatient and pediatric patients.
You will assist the MRI Imaging Center Leader in maintaining continuity in the day-to-day operations of imaging facilities located in the DCAM, Comer, CCD, and Mitchell Hospitals.
The MRI Technologist will also act as a content expert to other technologists/students for the purpose of teaching and instructing them in MR scanning (including but not limited to exams under the general categories of neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, breast, pediatric, cardiac, and MR guided procedural scans.
In this role, you will review all MRI patient safety information prior to exam and screen all patients so exams are performed in a safe manner.
You will review all MRI requisitions for clinical information before presentation to radiologist for proper imaging protocol.
The MRI Technologist will inspect images for quality, formatting and labeling before submitting to the Radiologist for interpretation Perform imaging protocols under direction of Radiologist.
You will also regularly attend department meetings and discuss opportunities for improving procedures and quality of exams and patient throughput and provide cross coverage of imaging team leader in their absence.
This position is a 100% onsite opportunity.
You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
• Minimum two years of Full-Time MRI experience
Current registry by ARRT (MR) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists)
Advance certification (MR) with either certification board. (If not certified at hire then must meet ARRT or ARMRIT within one year of date of hire)
Current CPR Registration.
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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine [https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/about-us/careers/benefits].
Requires formal training in MR scanning and current registry by ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT, with CPR certification. Preferred candidates possess at least two years of full-time MRI experience and proficiency in advanced imaging applications.
Market context
In Illinois, MRI technologist openings often reflect steady demand in hospitals and imaging centers, especially for candidates who can work full-time evening shifts. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for accredited radiology training, BLS, and ARRT (MRI) or ARMRIT certification, plus the ability to support patient safety and scan quality. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and evening availability before applying.
