Outpatient MRI Technologist - Part-Time

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform high‑quality MRI examinations under supervision, following established protocols and ensuring patient safety. The role emphasizes accurate imaging, patient care, and collaboration with the radiology team.

Responsibilities include maintaining image quality, assisting with documentation, participating in safety protocols, and supporting staff development.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of imaging.
• ARRT MRI registry eligible (ARMRIT acceptable).
• Must obtain ARRT MRI registration within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI examinations following established protocols with high image quality.
• Supports patient safety, screening, documentation, and image verification in RIS/PACS.
• Maintains equipment quality, assists with troubleshooting, and supports staff training.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and maintains professional demeanor.

Skills

General MRI exams

Implants

Elastography

Defecography

Education

Graduated from an accredited school of imaging

Job description

Job Description Summary

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.

Responsibilities

Performs MRI examinations in accordance with established protocols while maintaining image quality, patient safety, and efficient workflow. Completes patient screening, exam documentation, and image verification in RIS and PACS to support timely physician interpretation. Maintains image quality, productivity, and efficient patient workflow. Adheres to departmental standards and modality‑specific protocols. Provides safe, compassionate, patient‑centered care throughout the imaging process. Utilizes the SHIELD reporting platform when there is an event that occurs outside a normal encounter. Adheres to all MRI safety requirements, including zone protocols, implant screening, and ferromagnetic safety practices. Upholds compliance and organizational standards. Performs routine equipment quality control checks, assisting with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and placing tickets as needed. Supports onboarding and training of staff and students. Facilitates a positive work and learning environment. Participates in performance improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, patient, employee, and physician satisfaction, and safety. Participates in staff meetings, lunch and learns, and quality meetings. Maintains a professional demeanor in attitude, appearance, and communication.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited school of imaging.
• Registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) in MRI.
• Must obtain registry within 1 year of hire.
• Must produce very high‑quality special imaging with little supervision.
• Must function effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Must be familiar with age‑specific criteria.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required; either AHA BLS or Red Cross CPR/AED for professional rescuer.
• Proactively maintain and renew ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.
• Registry eligible ARRT(MR).
• Must obtain MRI registration within 1 year of hire date.
• Experience: 1‑2 years.
• Skills: General MRI exams, implants, elastography, and defecography.
• Rotate to other locations as needed for training/staffing.

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.

Additional Job Description

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Work Experience: 0‑2 years of modality specific experience required.
• Registration/Certifications: Must be registered with ARRT. ARRT MRI registration required within one year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Physical and Functional Requirements

• 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 ‘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 annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees