MRI Technologist Jobs in Illinois
MRI Technologist jobs in Illinois are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and outpatient imaging networks serving patients at every level from new graduates through senior lead technologists. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare. The most in-demand specialties in Illinois include cardiac MRI, neuroimaging, and musculoskeletal imaging. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
• Responsible for providing quality MRI imaging services.
Education
• Associates degree in Radiology
Licenses and Certification
• ARRT RT(R)(MR) Must be MRI certified within 1 year of hire
• BLS
Experience and Skills
• Technical Experience: 1 year
• Lead: 1 year CT experience
Role Specific Responsibilities
Prepares and explains exams to patients
Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care/safety.
Performs imaging procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic Image Evaluations and Supervision.
Performs all exams that pertain to specialty area
Ensures MRI Safety precautions to patients, families, co-workers and any other individuals that may encounter MRI zone 3 and 4.
Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties
Assesses patient’s needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly.
Prepares contrast agents, which are utilized for the MRI procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
Educates patients regarding MRI procedures and contrast media by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
Promotes the team approach to providing positive imaging services by appropriately interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
Process exams and make available on PACS
Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff and students in collaboration with manager and/or designated education coordinator.
Displays imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, SIH Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
Reports equipment failures to Biomed and management immediately upon identification and notifies proper individuals that service is needed.
Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies knowledge gained.
Completes all necessary QA in accordance with the American College of Radiology.
Possesses basic computer knowledge in order to document effectively.
Takes call as scheduled
Compensation (Commensurate with experience):
$32.44To
$50.28To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below:
http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits
Current SIH employees need to apply for positions through our internal job portal. Log in to Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub.
Position Summary
• Responsible for providing quality MRI imaging services.
Education
• Associates degree in Radiology
Licenses and Certification
• ARRT RT(R)(MR) Must be MRI certified within 1 year of hire
• BLS
Experience and Skills
• Technical Experience: 1 year
• Lead: 1 year CT experience
Role Specific Responsibilities
Prepares and explains exams to patients
Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care/safety.
Performs imaging procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic Image Evaluations and Supervision.
Performs all exams that pertain to specialty area
Ensures MRI Safety precautions to patients, families, co-workers and any other individuals that may encounter MRI zone 3 and 4.
Maintains current knowledge of procedures in specialty areas in order to perform assigned duties
Assesses patient’s needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly.
Prepares contrast agents, which are utilized for the MRI procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
Educates patients regarding MRI procedures and contrast media by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
Promotes the team approach to providing positive imaging services by appropriately interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
Process exams and make available on PACS
Participates in the education/oversight of orientees, ancillary staff and students in collaboration with manager and/or designated education coordinator.
Displays imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, SIH Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
Reports equipment failures to Biomed and management immediately upon identification and notifies proper individuals that service is needed.
Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies knowledge gained.
Completes all necessary QA in accordance with the American College of Radiology.
Possesses basic computer knowledge in order to document effectively.
Takes call as scheduled
Compensation (Commensurate with experience):
$32.44To
$50.28To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below:
http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
MRI Technologist Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Shared Medical Services15
- OSF HealthCare6
- Northwestern Medicine5
- Endeavor Health4
- American Traveler4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in MRI technologist jobs across Illinois.
- Active ARRT certification in MRI or radiography with Illinois IEMA registration required
- Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology or MRI training program
- Proficient with 1.5T and 3T MRI scanner operation and safety protocols
- Ability to perform contrast injections and monitor patients during imaging
- Experience with PACS systems and electronic health record documentation
- BLS certification required prior to start date
MRI Technologist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mri technologist in Illinois?
To work as a mri technologist in Illinois, you need to complete an accredited radiologic technology or dedicated MRI program, pass the ARRT examination in radiography or MRI, and register with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, which oversees radiation protection licensing in the state. Most Illinois hospitals require active ARRT certification before hiring. Community colleges like Triton College and university-affiliated programs across Chicago offer accredited pathways into the field.
How much do MRI technologists make in Illinois?
MRI technologists in Illinois earn a median of about $95,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,410 for the lowest 10% to over $109,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mri technologists in Illinois?
Employers hiring mri technologists in Illinois right now include Shared Medical Services, OSF HealthCare, and Northwestern Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, including those anchored in the Chicago metro, tend to post consistently throughout the year across inpatient, outpatient, and mobile imaging settings.
Which Illinois cities have the most mri technologist jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Quincy have the most mri technologist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its concentration of academic medical centers, Level I trauma hospitals, and large outpatient imaging networks, while Peoria and Rockford each anchor significant regional health systems like OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth that maintain steady imaging staffing needs independent of the metro market.
Are there remote mri technologist jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. MRI technology is a hands-on clinical role that requires operating equipment and working directly with patients, so the vast majority of positions are fully on-site. About 0% of mri technologist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist typically involve teleradiology support, scheduling coordination, or quality assurance functions rather than direct patient scanning.
How can I get hired as a mri technologist in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or student technologist positions within Illinois's large health systems, which regularly hire candidates immediately after ARRT certification and IEMA registration. Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare all offer structured onboarding for new graduates. Lateral moves from radiologic technologist or CT technologist roles are common, and completing a clinical rotation at a major Illinois facility often leads directly to a job offer.
Where can I find and apply to mri technologist jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to mri technologist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across hospitals, imaging centers, and health systems throughout the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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