MRI Technologist I

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an MRI technologist to operate MRI scanners and produce high-quality diagnostic images. You will explain procedures to patients, monitor safety, and coordinate with physicians to ensure accurate diagnoses.

The role requires ARRT registration and BLS certification, with an accredited radiologic technology education. 40-hour work week, on-site at MUSC facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either AHA or Red Cross equivalent.
• Copy of academic degree or transcript required.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners to acquire diagnostic images of patients.
• Present clear images to physicians to support accurate diagnoses.
• Explain MRI procedures and ensure patient safety during scanning.
• Monitor patients and equipment, retake images if quality is insufficient.

Education

ARRT Registration

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

MRI technologists operate MRI scanners that take images of patients’ bodies to assist with diagnostic testing.
They are responsible for presenting clear images to physicians to provide an accurate diagnosis to a patient.
MRI technologists ensure they are following safety standards and explain the MRI process to patients.
MRI technologists monitor patients during scanning.
They also monitor equipment functions and ensure they capture
clear images so physicians can provide an accurate diagnosis.
They also recognize abnormalities and irregularities in images and understand the difference between a quality image and one that needs to be retaken

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000883 COL - MRI Imaging (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

FLSA Status: Hourly

Hours Per Week:40

Job Description/Summary: MRI technologists operate MRI scanners that take images of patients’ bodies to assist with diagnostic testing. They are responsible for presenting clear images to physicians to provide an accurate diagnosis to a patient. MRI technologists ensure they follow safety standards and explain the MRI process to patients. MRI technologists monitor patients during scanning. They also monitor equipment functions and ensure they capture clear images so physicians can provide an accurate diagnosis. They also recognize abnormalities and irregularities in images and understand the difference between a quality image and one that needs to be retaken

Minimum Training and Education:Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). 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.Copy of academic degree or transcript required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform “pinching” operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or 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 perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education:Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). 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.Copy of academic degree or transcript required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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