MRI Technologist (FT) - Seacoast

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Little River, SC, is seeking an MRI Technologist to explain procedures, position patients, and ensure comfort during scans.

You will operate MRI equipment, monitor patients, adjust settings for high-quality images, and collaborate with radiologists while adhering to safety, HIPAA, and infection-control guidelines.

The role includes maintenance and QA of MRI systems, with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology and ARRT MRI certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology and MRI protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Explain MRI procedures and address patient questions.
• Position patients and ensure comfort during scans.
• Operate MRI scanners and adjust settings for high-quality images.
• Monitor patients, ensure safety compliance and HIPAA adherence.
• Record in EMR and collaborate with radiologists for review.
• Perform routine maintenance and QA on MRI equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

MRI protocols

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT MRI certification preferred

Tools

MRI equipment operation

Job description

Job Description

• Patient care & Preparation: Explain MRI procedures and address patient questions.
• Position patients according to established protocols and ensure comfort. Administer contrast agents under supervision when required.
• Imaging & Equipment Operation: Operate MRI scanners and adjust settings to produce high-quality images. Monitor patients during scans and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Inspect images for diagnostic quality and collaborate with radiologists for review.
• Safety & Compliance: Apply MRI safety practices, including magnetic field safety and infection control. Follow all institutional and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ACR, HIPAA). Record and update patient information in EMR. Communicate effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient status and imaging results.
• Maintenance & Quality Assurance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of MRI equipment. Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure equipment calibration.

Days/Evening Shifts. Sign On Bonus and Relocation Available! Located near Myrtle Beach, SC!

• Patient care & Preparation: Explain MRI procedures and address patient questions.
• Position patients according to established protocols and ensure comfort. Administer contrast agents under supervision when required.
• Imaging & Equipment Operation: Operate MRI scanners and adjust settings to produce high-quality images. Monitor patients during scans and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Inspect images for diagnostic quality and collaborate with radiologists for review.
• Safety & Compliance: Apply MRI safety practices, including magnetic field safety and infection control. Follow all institutional and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ACR, HIPAA). Record and update patient information in EMR. Communicate effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient status and imaging results.
• Maintenance & Quality Assurance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of MRI equipment. Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure equipment calibration.

Qualifications/Education/Training

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology or related field; completion of accredited MRI program preferred. 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred ARRT certification in MRI or equivalent credential strongly preferred. State licensure as required. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and MRI protocols. Proficiency in operating MRI equipment and interpreting images. Excellent communication and patient care skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

We are an equal opportunity employer.