What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Technologist-Orland Park MRI Full Time Days position at Palos Hospital?
Description
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.
- Performs MRI testing procedures. 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.
This position is full-time, 72 hours per pay period, day shift 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (with occasional 1st shift coverage) with alternating weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Required
- Registered ARRT w/MRI certification or ARMRIT
- CPR – Basic Life Support
- Physical Demands Requirement:
- Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science Degree
- Two years of MRI experience
- One year of Rad Tech experience
Equal Opportunity
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.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
