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 an event 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, assists with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and places 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.
- Rotates to other locations as needed for training or staffing.
- Conducts general MRI exams, handles implants, elastography, and defecography.
Qualifications
- Graduated from an accredited school of imaging.
- Registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) in MRI.
- Must obtain MRI registration within one year of hire.
- Must be able to 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 (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers, AHA recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider).
- Proactively maintains and renews ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.
- 1–2 years of modality‑specific experience.
- Skills in general MRI exams, implants, elastography, and defecography.
Additional Requirements
- Rotate to other locations as needed for training or staffing.
Equal Opportunity
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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