Northwestern Memorial Hospital
MRI Technologist, Full-Time Nights
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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MRI Technologist, Full-Time Nights
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital .
The salary range for this position is $38.31 - $55.56 per hour. Placement within the range depends on relevant work experience, internal equity, and collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
Benefits
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 part-time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and incentive bonus
Paid time off and holiday pay
Flexible work options, Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund, Total Rewards package supporting physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing
Create the life you envision with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that supports your well‑being. Volunteer opportunities are available in local communities and support inclusive change through workforce‑led resource groups.
Description The Radiographer MRI 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.
Responsibilities
Performs MRI procedures according to set protocols established by radiologists.
Evaluates the request for procedures and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate protocol.
Employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images.
Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of patient care, age‑specific sensitivities, and “patients first” guidelines.
Participates in lifting and transporting patients to and from imaging devices.
Evaluates resultant images in comparison with industry standards and takes corrective action if needed.
Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during and subsequent to the procedure.
Performs imaging procedures in accordance with safe practice guidelines for MRI.
Performs preliminary interpretation by applying independent judgment, subsequently customizing the procedure accordingly.
Notifies physicians as required of changes in the condition of patients or regarding unique imaging characteristics.
Maintains level of flexibility to accommodate daily schedule and high level of productivity.
In collaboration with Resource Coordinators and Technical Coordinator, learns and becomes proficient in new procedures and new software as they become available.
Documents imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to insure correct charging, patient and film file tracking.
Sends acquired images to PACS system correctly, using the appropriate accession numbers for future retrieval.
Monitors stock of supplies in imaging rooms to assure their regular availability, reorders, and maintains a clean and orderly environment.
Reports equipment failures or irregularities to supervisory and technical coordinator promptly.
Distributes radiology outpatient surveys to all patients for self‑evaluation and enhance patient experience.
Qualifications Required:
Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program – Diploma/Certificate of completion.
ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification or certification eligible. Must receive certification within 1 year of start date.
CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).
Excellent interpersonal verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
Licensed with Illinois Emergency Management Department of Nuclear Safety Administration.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiography (ARRT)(R).
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology.
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
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MRI Technologist, Full-Time Nights
role at
Northwestern Memorial Hospital .
The salary range for this position is $38.31 - $55.56 per hour. Placement within the range depends on relevant work experience, internal equity, and collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
Benefits
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 part-time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and incentive bonus
Paid time off and holiday pay
Flexible work options, Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund, Total Rewards package supporting physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing
Create the life you envision with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that supports your well‑being. Volunteer opportunities are available in local communities and support inclusive change through workforce‑led resource groups.
Description The Radiographer MRI 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.
Responsibilities
Performs MRI procedures according to set protocols established by radiologists.
Evaluates the request for procedures and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate protocol.
Employs imaging systems, accessory devices, and patient positioning techniques to generate quality images.
Cares for the patient throughout the procedure according to department and hospital standards of patient care, age‑specific sensitivities, and “patients first” guidelines.
Participates in lifting and transporting patients to and from imaging devices.
Evaluates resultant images in comparison with industry standards and takes corrective action if needed.
Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during and subsequent to the procedure.
Performs imaging procedures in accordance with safe practice guidelines for MRI.
Performs preliminary interpretation by applying independent judgment, subsequently customizing the procedure accordingly.
Notifies physicians as required of changes in the condition of patients or regarding unique imaging characteristics.
Maintains level of flexibility to accommodate daily schedule and high level of productivity.
In collaboration with Resource Coordinators and Technical Coordinator, learns and becomes proficient in new procedures and new software as they become available.
Documents imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to insure correct charging, patient and film file tracking.
Sends acquired images to PACS system correctly, using the appropriate accession numbers for future retrieval.
Monitors stock of supplies in imaging rooms to assure their regular availability, reorders, and maintains a clean and orderly environment.
Reports equipment failures or irregularities to supervisory and technical coordinator promptly.
Distributes radiology outpatient surveys to all patients for self‑evaluation and enhance patient experience.
Qualifications Required:
Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program – Diploma/Certificate of completion.
ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification or certification eligible. Must receive certification within 1 year of start date.
CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).
Excellent interpersonal verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
Licensed with Illinois Emergency Management Department of Nuclear Safety Administration.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiography (ARRT)(R).
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology.
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
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