MRI Technologist- Feinberg Full-time Evenings

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRI Technologist primarily provides imaging services to patients in the Feinberg Pavilion and supports inpatient care operations. This role reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and requires adherence to its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, relevant policies, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The technologist is responsible for safe, effective MRI care, including screening and preparing patients, monitoring them during procedures, and providing post-procedure care. The role produces diagnostic-quality images, administers contrast according to policy, operates MRI equipment, maintains room readiness, coordinates exam flow, and documents care and imaging information in EPIC and Visage. This is a full-time position with two 12-hour shifts per week from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and two 4-hour shifts per week from 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The regular schedule also includes working every third weekend from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The posting describes this as a night shift position.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certification, or American Registry of MRI Technologist (ARMRIT) certification within 12 months of hire, or 10+ years of directly relevant experience in lieu of certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

Maintain patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
Perform MRI safety screening, including implant and foreign-body evaluation, and obtain appropriate clearance before exposure to the magnetic field.
Enforce controlled access and safe practices within the MRI environment.
Produce diagnostic-quality MRI images using approved protocols and professional standards.
Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
Review images before exam completion and initiate corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
Administer contrast in accordance with policy, including screening, IV access when required, patient monitoring, and response to adverse events.
Operate MRI equipment and maintain imaging room readiness.
Identify equipment performance issues and initiate follow-up through established service processes.
Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and Visage, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
Adhere to organizational values, ethical standards, certifications, and compliance requirements.
Uphold applicable quality and safety standards, including MRI safety and infection prevention practices as applicable.
Ensure a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
Support department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth.
Support additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.