MRI Technologist Full-time Nights

MRI Technologist Full-time NightsThe MRI Technologist in this role will primarily provide imaging services to patients in the Feinberg Pavilion and support inpatient care operations. This is a full-time night shift position with a schedule consisting of three (3) 12-hour shifts per week, beginning at 12:00 a.m. (midnight). The selected MRI Technologist will also be required to work every other weekend as part of the regular schedule. We welcome dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment. The MRI Technologist 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:Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow-up through established service processes.Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.Consistently upholds all applicable quality and safety standards within diagnostic imaging, such as radiation safety, MRI safety, Infection prevention measures safe practices (as applicable to the role) to protect self, patients, visitors and team members.Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth.Supports additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.QualificationsRequired:Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist ProgramAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) OR American Registry of MRI Technologist (ARMRIT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Additional InformationNorthwestern 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 CheckNorthwestern 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.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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.