MRI Technologist – Fri-Sun 7a-7:30p

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Weekend shift differential

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks an MRI Technologist to perform high-quality MRI examinations across all ages using 3T, mobile, and upright scanners. The role includes dedicated protocol support, a collaborative team, and patient-centered care in a busy imaging department.

The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance up to $5,000, and a weekend day shift differential. Work schedule is Fri-Sun, 7:00a–7:30p, at MUSC Downtown Charleston.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• 0 to 2 years of modality-specific work experience; at least 1 year of X-Ray experience preferred.
• Must be registered with ARRT (R); registration required.
• ARMRIT registration required within 1 year if not already registered.
• Current BLS required (AHA or Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MRI examinations on patients across all age groups.
• Operate MRI equipment safely and efficiently to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Utilize MRI resources, protocols, and technology to ensure timely imaging services.
• Prepare, position, and educate patients regarding MRI procedures.
• Adhere to established safety standards and MRI-specific protocols.
• Monitor patients throughout examinations and respond to needs and concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare team to provide exceptional patient care.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of MRI equipment and work areas.
• Perform additional duties to support departmental operations.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology

ARRT (R) registration

ARMRIT registration

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary $10,000 sign-on bonus + up to $5,000 relocation assistance available Full Time – Weekend Days: Fri-Sun, 7:00a – 7:30p) Location - Downtown Charleston As an MRI Technologist at MUSC, you will be at the forefront of medical imaging, utilizing advanced MRI technology including 3T, mobile, and upright MRI scanners. At MUSC our MRI technologists have access to dedicated protocol support and system MRSO support every day. Working in a collaborative and patient centric environment, they play a critical role in the delivery of exceptional healthcare outcomes.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000526 CHS - MRI (SJCH) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift

Compensation & Incentives

• Sign-on bonus: $10,000
• Relocation assistance: Up to $5,000 for eligible candidates
• Shift Differentials: Weekend Day: +$2.30/hr
• Additional pay: (call pay, overtime etc.)
• Schedule: Weekend Days Hours: Fri-Sun, 7:00a-7:30p
• Shift differentials: Weekend Day - +$2.30/hr
• Call requirements: None
• Holiday expectations: Rotating schedule

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MRI examinations on patients across all age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Operate MRI equipment safely and efficiently to obtain diagnostic-quality images for physician interpretation.
• Utilize all available MRI resources, protocols, and technology to ensure accurate and timely imaging services.
• Prepare, position, and educate patients regarding MRI procedures to promote patient comfort and cooperation.
• Adhere to established safety standards, infection control practices, and MRI-specific protocols.
• Monitor patients throughout examinations and respond appropriately to patient needs and concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to provide exceptional patient care.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and quality control of MRI equipment and work areas.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental operations, and organizational policies and procedures.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Experience: 0 to 2 years of modality specific work experience, at least 1 year of X-Ray experience preferred.
• Required Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R), required.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT), if not registered must be obtained within 1 year in this position.
• 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.

Why Join US

Competitive compensation + incentives Flexible scheduling options Supportive team environment Opportunities for growth and specialization Modern equipment and technology

(NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift)

Physical and Functional Abilities

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb ladders/step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work from elevated areas, specifically step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry, up to 200 feet, 50lbs, unassisted.
• Ability to lift patients and move patients to 350lbs (+/-), assisted.
• Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 72 inches, to 50lbs, unassisted.
• Ability to lower objects, to 50lbs (+/-), from height of 72 inches, unassisted.
• Ability to push/pull objects/patients to 350lbs (+/-), unassisted.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annua

Additional New Requirements

• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, and equipment as required.

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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Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. US News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet designated hospitals in South Carolina.