Outpatient MRI Technologist - Part-Time

Medical University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team

Growth opportunities

Modern equipment

Job summary

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI) at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) provides high-quality MRI examinations under supervision, following established protocols to support physician interpretation. You will ensure image quality, patient safety, and efficient workflow across sites as needed.

Join a team committed to compassionate, patient-centered care, ongoing quality improvement, and access to modern MRI equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of imaging.
• Experience: 1+ years in general MRI exams; rotate to other locations as needed for training.
• Registration: ARRT MRI or ARMRIT eligibility; registry within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations following protocols with attention to image quality, safety, and workflow.
• Complete patient screening, exam documentation, and image verification in RIS and PACS.
• Maintain high standards of image quality, productivity, and patient throughput.
• Deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the imaging process.
• Adhere to MRI safety protocols and compliance requirements.

Skills

MRI protocols

Image quality

Patient safety

RIS/PACS

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from an accredited imaging program

Tools

RIS

PACS

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. Entity University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC002018 UMA AMB RADI NA Clinic-Prof Svcs-Radiology CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 21 Work Shift

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 elevate 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.

Additional Job Description

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of imaging.
• Experience/Skills: 1+ years, General MRI exams, implants, elastography, and defecography. Rotate to other locations as needed for training/staffing.
• Required Registration/Certification: Registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) in MRI. Must be able to produce very high-quality special imaging with little supervision. Must be able to function effectively in a team-oriented environment. Must be familiar with age-specific criteria. Must obtain registry within 1 year of hire.
• 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.

Why Join US

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

Physical Demands

(NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift)

• 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 job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• 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 annua

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.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! 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 click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.