Outpatient MRI Technologist

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Competitive compensation and incentives

Job summary

MUSC Health in Charleston is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist to perform high-quality MRI examinations and ensure patient safety and care. The ideal candidate will support efficient workflow and participate in training staff.

The role offers various shifts and includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $5,000. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited radiologic technology school and appropriate ARRT and ARMRIT registrations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in MRI exams and related procedures.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations according to established protocols.
• Maintain high standards of image quality and patient safety.
• Support onboarding and training of staff and students.

Skills

General MRI exams

Excellent communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology

Registered with ARRT

Registered with ARMRIT

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

$10,000 sign‑on bonus + up to $5,000 relocation assistance available.
Full Time – Various Shifts Available.
Location – Chuck Dawley.
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI) reports to the site supervisor and the radiology manager. Under general supervision, the MRI Technologist performs high‑quality MRI examinations in accordance with established protocols on patient populations for physician interpretation. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Details

Type: Employee
Sub‑Type: Regular
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Pay Grade: Health-29
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Full Time – Various Shifts Available

Compensation & Incentives

• Sign‑on bonus: $10,000
• Relocation assistance: Up to $5,000 for eligible candidates
• Additional pay: (call pay, overtime, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations in accordance with established protocols while ensuring image quality, patient safety, and efficient workflow.
• Complete patient screening, exam documentation, and image verification in RIS and PACS to support timely physician interpretation.
• Maintain high standards of image quality, productivity, and patient throughput.
• Deliver safe, compassionate, patient‑centered care throughout the imaging process.
• Adhere to all MRI safety protocols, including zone safety procedures, implant screening, and ferromagnetic safety practices.
• Utilize the SHIELD reporting platform to document and raise events outside of normal clinical encounters.
• Follow all departmental policies, modality standards, and organizational compliance requirements.
• Perform routine equipment quality control checks and assist with troubleshooting and service ticket submission as needed.
• Support onboarding, training, and education of staff and students.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work and learning environment.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, safety, and patient, employee, and physician satisfaction.
• Attend staff meetings, in‑services, lunch‑and‑learns, and quality improvement meetings.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance, communication, and conduct.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• 1+ years experience/skills in general MRI exams, implants, elastography, and defecography.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT); if not, must obtain within 1 year in this position.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

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.

Benefits

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

Physical/Functional Requirements

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

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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