MRI Technologist

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Directed Services Inc. in Charleston is seeking an Outpatient MRI Technologist to perform high‑quality MRI exams in an academic health setting.

You will operate MRI scanners, prepare patients, position for imaging, and optimize protocols to ensure accurate results. The role requires strong safety practices, patient screening, and teamwork with radiologists and clinical staff to support patient care, research, and teaching.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MRI operation and image acquisition techniques.
• Strong knowledge of MRI safety practices and patient screening requirements.
• Ability to position patients effectively for diagnostic-quality images.
• Attention to detail, clinical judgment, and teamwork/communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners and conduct MRI procedures following safety protocols.
• Prepare patients, screen, position, and optimize comfort and image quality.
• Optimize imaging protocols for accurate diagnostic results.
• Maintain MRI equipment with routine checks and troubleshooting.
• Document procedures and exam details accurately.
• Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and faculty to support patient care, research, and teaching.

Skills

MRI operation

Patient preparation

Image acquisition

Safety practices

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Outpatient MRI Technologist performs high-quality MRI exams in an academic health setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners and conduct MRI procedures following established safety protocols.
• Prepare patients for imaging, including screening, positioning, and optimizing patient comfort and image quality.
• Optimize imaging protocols to support accurate diagnostic results.
• Maintain MRI equipment by performing routine checks, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring readiness for imaging.
• Document procedures and relevant exam details accurately.
• Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and faculty to support patient care, research, and teaching.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficiency in MRI operation, patient preparation, and image acquisition techniques.
• Strong knowledge of MRI safety practices and patient screening requirements.
• Ability to position patients effectively to achieve consistent, diagnostic-quality images.
• Attention to detail, sound clinical judgment, and effective teamwork and communication.

Opportunities for professional growth through advanced imaging exposure and involvement in clinical and research initiatives.