Technologist MRI

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
• Department: Radiology-MRI-Satellite
• Schedule: Day shift | Part time | 9:00AM-5:30PM | On-call 2-3 week day nights and every third weekend | Rotating holiday call.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Capture precise, high-quality cross-sectional images by accurately positioning patients and calibrating equipment, directly empowering our medical providers to make critical, life-saving diagnoses.
• Guide patients through their imaging experience from pre-screening and scheduling to post-exam education, ensuring they feel safe, informed, and comfortable every step of the way.
• Maintain an uncompromising standard of care by strictly adhering to radiation safety protocols to protect both our patients and our clinical team.
• Document and seamlessly transfer pristine image files and accurate patient histories into our digital databases, guaranteeing that care teams have immediate access to vital results.
• Ensure smooth daily operations by proactively monitoring imaging equipment for optimal performance and keeping all procedure and dressing rooms clean, organized, and welcoming.

What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date. Any specialty accepted for Radiologic Technologist issued by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date. Any specialty accepted for Radiologic Technologist issued by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Experience

• Hands-on Imaging Experience, specifically with operating cross-sectional imaging equipment and successfully navigating digital picture archiving systems (PACS).

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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