MRI Technologist: Precision Imaging & Patient Safety

Northwestern Medicine group; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks an MRI Technologist to join our imaging team in Illinois. You will perform MRI examinations, apply safety protocols, and use approved imaging sequences to produce high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

The role requires certification in MRI (ARRT MRI or ARMRIT) or equivalent experience, BLS, and graduation from an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT MRI or ARMRIT certification within 12 months of hire, or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process.
• Produces diagnostic-quality MRI 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.
• 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.
• Produces diagnostic-quality MRI images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Applies 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, IV access when required, monitoring, and response to adverse events.
• Safe Operation of MRI 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 EPIC and Visage, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, certifications, and compliance requirements.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient safety

Quality imaging

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Tools

EPIC

Visage

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks an MRI Technologist to join our imaging team in Illinois. You will perform MRI examinations, apply safety protocols, and use approved imaging sequences to produce high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

The role requires certification in MRI (ARRT MRI or ARMRIT) or equivalent experience, BLS, and graduation from an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.