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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist - UI Health, MRI Diagnostic Services

Hiring Department: MRI Diagnostic Services

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1041343

FTE: 1.0

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12:00PM - 8:30PM with rotating weekends and holidays

Shift: Flex Evenings

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-Site

Posting Close Date: July 9, 2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $46.94 - 72.58 / Hourly Wage

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Employees at this level perform a variety of technical and patient care tasks in the department utilizing magnetic resonance energy and radio-frequency waves to produce medical images of the human body and/or animals for diagnosis, treatment, and/or research. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist also performs other tasks such as administering contrast and ensures that patients/subjects and visitors are screened for MRI safety prior to performing MRI exams.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Magnetic Resonance Imaging exams and procedures
• Utilizes department clinical protocols to obtain optimal quality imaging
• Navigates electronic medical record and other information systems to process imaging
• Performs venipuncture and contrast injection as required per scope of practice
• Assists in training and education of MRI students
• Participates in the enforcement of MRI safety practices
• Provides technical assistance to researchers who are conducting MRI studies
• Responds to patient, subject, and/or staff service and patient experience issues
• Adheres to regulatory standards such as The Joint Commission, ACR, IDPH and Infection Control policy
• Reports equipment failures and supply shortages as needed
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current/Valid registration or certification of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) by either:
• the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); OR
• the American Register of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Current CPR BLS certification from the American Heart Association

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.