MRI Technologist-Full-time Nights
About The Position
The MRI Technologist supports Northwestern Medicine’s patient-first approach and follows the organization’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The role is accountable for patient safety throughout MRI care, from screening and preparation through monitoring and post-procedure care. It performs MRI safety screening, evaluates implants and foreign bodies, obtains appropriate clearance before exposure to the magnetic field, and enforces controlled access and safe practices in the MRI environment. The technologist produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards, applies professional judgment to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges, reviews images before completing exams, and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met. The role administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening, IV access when required, monitoring, and response to adverse events. It operates MRI equipment, maintains room readiness, identifies equipment performance issues, and follows established service processes. The position coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies; maintains accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and Visage, including exam setup, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy; and upholds applicable quality, safety, ethical, certification, and compliance standards. It contributes to a positive patient experience and supports department initiatives and additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and departmental needs.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
- ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or ARMRIT certification within 12 months of hire, or 10 or more years of directly relevant experience in lieu of certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
Responsibilities
- Maintain patient safety throughout the MRI process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
- Perform MRI safety screening, including implant and foreign body evaluation, and ensure 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, 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 setup, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
- Adhere to organizational values, ethical standards, certifications, compliance requirements, and applicable quality and safety standards.
- Ensure a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
- Support department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth, and perform additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
- Benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
