MRI Diagnostic Imaging Tech - Night Shift

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Tech-MRI for a full-time night shift at Lake Forest Hospital. The role involves patient interaction, exam preparation, and collaboration with radiologists to acquire quality MRI images.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS within 60 days of hire. Benefits include tuition reimbursement and comprehensive employee programs. This is a hospital-based opportunity in Lake Forest, IL.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Assists and interacts with patients of the radiology department.
• Verifies patient identity using two patient identifiers.
• Transports patients from in patient units and the emergency department to and from the department.
• Greets all patients, families and visitors in the radiology procedure area.
• Maintains communication between patients and the radiology department staff.
• Prepares patients for exams and escorts them to the proper exam room.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table.
• Assists radiologists and technologists in acquiring quality exams.
• Assists with minor procedures; disconnects IV tubing used for contrast injection.
• Assists radiologist with interventional procedures.
• Assists with \"wet readings\" with the radiologist.
• Compiles all radiology exams and prepares for reading by the radiologist.
• Attends to the care of documents relating to the patient.
• Performs various related tasks to support the effective operations of the radiology department.
• Prepares exam rooms; stocks and cleans rooms after each exam.
• Stock supplies and linens.
• Maintains Diagnostic Imaging changing areas.
• Processes requests from medical staff and internal departments for radiology films.
• Ensures exams have been entered correctly and are tracked in the computer.
• Responsible for ensuring JCAHO & Safety standards are met.
• Responsible for following all recommended Infection Control procedures.

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Tech-MRI for a full-time night shift at Lake Forest Hospital. The role involves patient interaction, exam preparation, and collaboration with radiologists to acquire quality MRI images.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS within 60 days of hire. Benefits include tuition reimbursement and comprehensive employee programs. This is a hospital-based opportunity in Lake Forest, IL.