MRI Technologist Float (Des Plaines and Barrington)

Description

Illinois Bone and Joint has a Full Time Float MRI Technologist opportunity. This position will provide coverage as needed at these locations:  Des Plaines and Barrington.

Ideal Candidates must have current state of Illinois IEMA Certification, ARRT Certification in both Radiography and MRI and are able to operate C-arm to perform arthrograms.

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States, with 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute offers relief, solutions, and the comprehensive integrated care you need.

IBJI's dedicated physicians and staff pair cutting edge technology with modern practice techniques to offer the most beneficial and effective means of recovery. This integration allows us to perform a full-range of collaborative and comprehensive services that directly impact our patients quality of life. IBJI wants to help our patients move better, so they can live better.

Our Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO accrual, as well as 401K, profit sharing, employee assistance program, and disability coverage.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for imaging and anything related on various areas of the body in order to provide high quality images and information for patient diagnosis.
• Address patient concerns during the procedures, and explain the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative but also reassuring.
• Use tact, courtesy and poise when dealing with patients, keeping them calm and ensuring that they get the best care possible.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists and other health care professionals.
• Troubleshoot peripheral equipment and scanners to ensure that equipment is operating properly to avoid downtime or delays that affect patient satisfaction.
• Ensure patient safety with aseptic injection technique and pre-screening for any contra-indications before the procedure.
• Ability to use C-arm when needed
• Handle high-stress environments in a calm manner when dealing with patients, co-workers, and physicians.

Requirements

• Current state of Illinois IEMA Certification
• Current ARRT Certification in both Radiography and MRI
• Able to operate C-arm to perform arthrograms
• Current CPR certification
• Experience working in high-stress environments
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Ability to travel to different facilities as needed
• Ability to work as a team with receptionists, physicians, and clinical staff
• Orthopedic experience preferred

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.