MRI Technologist PRN

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k) match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital in Summerville, SC is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform patient imaging procedures and uphold safety protocols.

Responsibilities include verifying orders, screening patients for MRI safety, and coordinating with radiologists to standardize protocols while maintaining accurate documentation and billing.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of employment start date is required.
• MRI or ARRT certification required.
• 1 year or more experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure orders are accurate and explain the procedure to patients.
• Screen patients for MRI safety using screening forms and zones 3–4 access.
• Perform MRI procedures and maintain QA checks on equipment and procedures.
• Complete shift reports and verify daily charges for exams.

Skills

AIDET

MRI safety

Patient identification

Communication

Education

ARRT MRI certification

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The MRI Technologist is responsible for the performance of all patient imaging procedures and all patient safety protocols.

• Reflects CMC’s Mission, Vision and Values by providing the highest quality service excellence to each patient encountered. Utilizes AIDET. As outlined in the 2x2s: Staff introduced and explained the procedure/process. Is responsive to patient concerns/issues. Provides excellent care to achieve OTT goal.
• Proactively checks patients’ orders to ensure order accuracy. Calls Outpatients the day prior to their study to answer any questions they may have and to explain what the procedure entails.
• Identifies all patients by asking name and date of birth. Verifies order and diagnosis. Explains procedure to patient and answers any questions the patient may have. Selects correct patient and study to image. Completes Meditech and PACS in a timely manner.
• Uses MRI safety screening form to assess all patients for possible metallic objects or non-MRI compatible medical devices. Adequately screens all patients, visitors and staff persons entering Zones 3 and 4.
• Uses MRI screening wand for patients unable to verbalize or check for metal objects
• Completes shift reports and proactively checks patients orders, calls patients the day prior to their appointment to answer any questions they may have and to explain what the procedure entails. Checks Daily charges to ensure proper charging of exams.
• Functions as the first line interface with customer accounts in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.
• Follows all regulatory compliance for DHEC, Joint Commission, ACR and any regulatory agency governing radiation/ and MRI safety.
• Develops and maintains MR protocols and communicates with radiologist for standardization.
• Wears radio while on shift to ensure maximum communication with other employees.
• Performs Quality Assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas.

What qualifications you will need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date is Required
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), or Registered Radiographer (ARRT) required
• One year or more experience is Preferred

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency.

We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Health's more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission.

Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare. Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow.

- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN

Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.