MRI Technologist

3 weeks ago

Glenview, Kentucky, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled MRI Technologist to join our team at Northwestern Medicine. As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for administering gadolinium contrast intravenously, screening for allergies and contraindications, and positioning patients on examining tables.

Responsibilities:

  • Administers gadolinium contrast intravenously, screens for allergies and contraindications.
  • Positions patient on examining table and places coil close to area of interest, follows exam protocols, reviews physician's orders and consults with radiologist on questionable orders/protocols.
  • Enters data such as anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified and position of entry into computer.
  • Communicates with patient before procedure to obtain history, explain risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety and comfort.
  • Keys commands to specify MRI scan sequences and adjust parameters and slice positioning appropriate to the exam and patient anatomy.
  • Alerts patients and staff of danger of wearing or carrying metal near the magnet.
  • Views images of area being scanned on video display screen to ensure quality of images.
  • Ensures that patient (staff/visitor), completes the MRI screening form. Reviews written form, discusses verbally with patient for contraindications and signs form. Investigates and clears as safe any potential ferromagnetic foreign objects/implants before exposing the patient to the magnetic field.
  • Receives and reviews orders, coordinates schedule, prioritizes urgent exams and obtains wet reads.
  • Maintains and cleans work area and equipment; replenishes supplies as needed.
  • Adheres to MRI safety guidelines, policies and procedures. Controls and evaluates for safe entry of all persons, objects, supplies and equipment into the MRI environment.
  • Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS and charged and tracked accurately.
  • Initiates service calls for equipment problems.

Requirements:

  • ARRT or ARMRIT
  • 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent
  • 1 to 3 years of related work experience
  • BLS through American Heart Association

Preferred:

  • ARRT (MR)

About Northwestern Medicine:

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.

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