MRI Technologist
Peoria, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

MRI Technologist

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: SFMC - Magnetic Resonance Imaging Tech

Job Description

• Operate MRI equipment to produce high-quality images for Radiologist interpretation.
• Provide patient care including positioning, procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocols.
• Navigate EMR/PACS systems (Epic, McKesson PACS).
• Comply with all regulatory requirements to ensure safe and appropriate care.
• Scan a wide variety of patients, including routine and critical cases, across all age groups, some under sedation or anesthesia.
• Perform numerous protocols in Neuro, Body, and MSK imaging, including safely scanning implants (pacemakers, stimulators, aneurysm clips, etc.).
• Work within a Level 1 trauma center environment, scanning both inpatients and outpatients.
• Float within the Medical Center to designated MRI magnets; cover outpatients, inpatients, and Emergency Department patients.

Equipment & Technology

• GE Signa Artist (1.5T) and GE Signa Architect (3T) MRI scanners.
• Epic EMR system and McKesson PACS.
• MRI Tech assistants (Registered Radiology Assistants) available (1 per 8-hour shift).

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of MRI experience (highest requirement found).
• Knowledge of operating GE MRI scanners (1.5T and 3T).
• Understanding of MRI safety guidelines.
• Ability to start IVs.
• Familiarity with standard MRI acquisition sequences.

Certifications & Licenses

• ARRT or ARMRIT certification required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• RTR MR certification preferred/required.
• Active Illinois license or proof of application initiation required.

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Contract length: 13 weeks.
• Shifts available:

  • 1st shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (or 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM depending on source)
  • 2nd shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
  • 3rd shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (or 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM depending on source)
• Weekend requirement: Approximately 1 weekend per month.
• No call or standby required.
• No scheduled weekend shifts in some descriptions; may vary by department needs.
• No specific scrub color required; tattoos must be covered. Scrubs are not provided.

Orientation & Training

• Department-specific orientation lasts about 1 week, depending on familiarity with GE scanners.
• Non-billable orientation hours: 12 hours.

Additional Notes

• Facility is a drug-free campus; negative drug screen required.
• Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius.
• The department is part of a 650+ bed hospital with 5 MRI magnets.
• No floating outside the MRI department; assignments remain within MRI units.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is suitable for MRI Technologists with at least 1 year of experience, ARRT or ARMRIT certification, and BLS certification, comfortable working in a Level 1 trauma center with a variety of patient types and MRI protocols.