MRI Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform imaging exams with MRI equipment, manage images, and communicate with patients about the procedure. Coverage may be required at Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley locations.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, ARRT Radiology registration, BLS, and SC licensure; MRI registration within 12 months is expected. Prior modality experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• ARRT Radiology registration; MRI registration required within 12 months of hire.
• SC Radiation Quality Standards licensure; BLS certification.
• 0-2 years modality-specific experience preferred.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand MRI fundamentals, risks, and contrast media usage.
• Operate MRI equipment, computer systems, and image management tools.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain necessary information for imaging.
• May cover additional sites in Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley.

Skills

Patient communication

MRI imaging knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

MRI equipment operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

Entity: University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC002018 UMA AMB RADI NA Clinic-Prof Svcs-Radiology CC

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 21

Work Shift: Not specified

Job Summary/Purpose

• MRI Technologists must understand the utilization, principles, appropriateness, and associated risk of the magnetic field, as well as the utilization of imaging contrast media.
• Must be knowledgeable and competent in the operation of magnetic resonance imaging equipment, computer, and image management systems utilized in performing MRI exams.
• Communicates with patients prior to the exam to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to request important patient information (implants, removal of metal objects, fear of closed spaces) which could limit or hinder the procedure.
• May be required to provide coverage for other outreach sites located in Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Current registration in Radiology from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Registered in Advanced Imaging Modality or registry eligible; will become registered within 12 months of hire.
• Current state licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.
• BLS certification.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to evaluate and appropriately respond to verbal and non‑verbal communication from patients’ diverse stages of development.
• Completes procedures following approved procedure protocols with sufficient speed to promote departmental efficiency.
• Completes required documentation for each procedure, both computer and handwritten.
• Demonstrates technical competence in the operation of imaging equipment, and the use of procedure related supplies. Complete knowledge of related physics, anatomy, imaging techniques and medical terminology.
• Introduces self to patients, explains the procedure, assists the patient at the end of the procedure and explains the next steps.
• Maintains a professional demeanor in attitude, appearance, and communication.
• Obtains pertinent history, verifies orders, and communicates effectively with co‑workers and other clinic staff to provide excellent patient care.

Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements to perform job functions while standing, walking, and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions.

Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors.

Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

Additional Job Description

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Work Experience: 0‑2 years of modality specific experience required.
• Registration/Certifications: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). ARRT MRI registration required within one year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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