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

Job Summary: MRI Technologist

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: SFMC - Magnetic Resonance Imaging Tech
Contract Length: 20 weeks

Job Description

• Operate MRI equipment to produce high-quality images for Radiologist interpretation.
• Provide patient care including positioning, procedure information, and executing imaging protocols.
• Navigate EMR/PACS systems (Epic and McKesson PACS).
• Work with GE Signa Artist (1.5T) and GE Signa Architect (3T) MRI scanners.
• Scan a wide variety of patients including routine, critical, under sedation, and anesthesia.
• Perform numerous protocols in Neuro, Body, and MSK imaging.
• Follow MRI safety guidelines and start IVs as needed.
• Work within a Level 1 trauma center scanning both inpatients and outpatients, including ED patients.
• May work with MRI Tech assistants (Registered Radiology Assistants) on shift.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Shifts: 8-hour shifts with start times:

  • 1st shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • 2nd shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
  • 3rd shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Weekend requirement: 1 weekend per month.
• Possible holiday work.
• No call or standby required.
• Does not float outside the MRI department but covers outpatients, inpatients, and ED patients within the unit.
• Dress code: Standard solid-colored scrubs (not provided), tattoos must be covered.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of MRI experience (highest required years of experience).
• Certifications:

  • ARRT or ARMRIT certification in MRI.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Knowledge of operating GE MRI scanners (1.5T and 3T).
• Familiarity with MRI safety guidelines and standard acquisition sequences.
• Ability to start IVs.
• Active Illinois license or proof of application initiation for licensure.

Additional Information

• Orientation: Approximately 1 week, depending on familiarity with GE scanners.
• Facility scans a broad patient demographic including critical cases and those with implants (pacemakers, stimulators, aneurysm clips).
• Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius.
• No prior travel experience required.

This position is ideal for MRI Technologists with at least 1 year of experience, certified in MRI and BLS, comfortable working various shifts including nights and weekends, and skilled in operating GE MRI equipment in a trauma center setting.