MRI Technologist-In-house Registry

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • DeKalb, IL

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About The Position

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? A Day in the Life of an MRI Technologist at Northwestern Medicine The MRI Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• One year of Rad Tech experience
• Registered ARRT w/MRI certification within one year of hire, CPR – Basic Life Support.
• Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Two years of MRI experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI testing procedures.
• Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their MRI testing needs.
• Performs high quality MRI testing per department policies & procedures.
• Obtains accurate patient screening and consent per department polices and procedures.
• Performs and maintains all quality monitors per department policy & procedure.
• Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
• Follows all patient safety policies & procedures (including but not limited to: Safe MRI environment, pt monitoring, risk to fall, pregnancy verification, GFR assessment, patient identification).
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and professional in stressful situations.
• Takes MRI call according to the schedule.
• Responds in an appropriate time frame when called in.
• Assists with new staff, intern orientation and training as requested.

Benefits

• We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
• Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees