Company Description

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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

• 20 hours/week
• 2- 10hour days per week
• Hours: 7am-1730 or 9am-1930
• Weekend rotation every 6 weeks
• On-call required 1 night per week and every 6th weekend

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.

The MRI Tech performs MRI testing procedures and functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their MRI testing needs.

Responsibilities:

• Performs high quality MRI testing per department policies & procedures. 
• Obtains accurate patient screening and consent per department policies 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, patient 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.

Qualifications

Required:

• Registered ARRT w/MRI certification or ARMRIT
• CPR – Basic Life Support

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Two years of MRI experience
• One year of Rad Tech experience

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.