MRI Technician
How this pay compares
This posting states $24–$30 an hour. Open MRI technologist jobs in Illinois post a median of $44 an hour, the middle half $43.06–$47.75, across 59 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. MRI technologists employed in Illinois earn a median of $45.86 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated MRI Technician to be responsible for providing clear images to the physicians through MRI scanning. Travel to surrounding locations including Arlington Heights is required.
Duties and responsibilities
- Operate MRI equipment for the purpose of capturing diagnostic images of a particular segment of the patient’s body
- Shockwave therapy and laser therapy
- Help to properly position a patient correctly for MRI examinations
- Assist in the explanation of examination procedures to patients
- Assist in the provision of patients’ care and do detailed reporting of the patients’ medical needs
- Screen patients before examination for eye surveying, stapedectomy, and cardiac pacemaker
- Record the scan parameters using images gotten from the MRI machine
- Perform administrative and clerical jobs as required
- Help to accomplish assigned tasks by following the laid down procedures and policies
- Analyze filing procedures to easily access and locate reports and images
- Ensure that MRI rooms are clean, organized, and safe for MRI examinations
- Help in the preparation of MRI room with the necessary equipment
- Ensure there are quality assurance and improvements in the programs of the department
- Prepare and administer chemical mixtures for the purpose of patients’ examination
- Follow safety guidelines and infection control procedures
- Conduct proper inventory to maintain a stock of chemical supplies
- Help in the calibration of MRI machines
- Ensure there are backup copies of all patients’ images. This is done by ensuring the transfer of patients’ images to a storage device
- Help to ensure patients are comfortable during MRI examination by providing headphones to reduce unpleasant noise.
Requirements
- Podiatric Medical Assistant Certification OR License and Certification to work as an MRI Technician
- Experience with patient care
- Attention to detail, mathematical skills and technical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401K
- 401K employer match
From Beyond Podiatry's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Beyond Podiatry
Beyond Podiatry hires medical assistants, front-office staff and advanced practice providers in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan and Georgia.
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