MRI Technologist (Charleston)

Job Description Summary

$10,000 sign-on bonus + up to $5,000 relocation assistance available

As an MRI Technologist at MUSC, you will be at the forefront of medical imaging, utilizing advanced MRI technology including 3T, mobile, and upright MRI scanners. At MUSC our MRI technologists have access to dedicated protocol support and system MRSO support every day. Working in a collaborative and patient centric environment, they play a critical role in the delivery of exceptional healthcare outcomes.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000523 CHS - MRI - (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Compensation & Incentives  

• Sign-on bonus: $10,000 
• Relocation assistance: Up to $5,000 for eligible candidates
• Shift Differentials: Weekend Day: up to $5.30/hr 
• Additional pay: (call pay, overtime etc.) 

Shift Details:   

• Schedule: Days, Nights, Weekends 
• Hours: varies based on shift
• Call requirements: One week rotation every 12/13 weeks
• Holiday expectations: Rotating Schedule

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MRI examinations on patients across all age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Operate MRI equipment safely and efficiently to obtain diagnostic-quality images for physician interpretation.
• Utilize all available MRI resources, protocols, and technology to ensure accurate and timely imaging services.
• Prepare, position, and educate patients regarding MRI procedures to promote patient comfort and cooperation.
• Adhere to established safety standards, infection control practices, and MRI-specific protocols.
• Monitor patients throughout examinations and respond appropriately to patient needs and concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to provide exceptional patient care.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and quality control of MRI equipment and work areas.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental operations., and organizational policies and procedures.

Additional Job Description

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.

Experience: 0 to 2 years of modality specific work experience, at least 1 year of X-Ray experience preferred. 

Required Registration/Certification:

Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R), required.

Must be registered with the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT), if not registered must be obtained within 1 year in this position.

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

Apply Today

Take the next step in your career—apply today to join a team committed to excellence in patient care.

Physical Requirements:

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.

(Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)

Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)

Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist.

(Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)

Ability to perform “pinching” operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and

hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)

Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead.

(Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.

(Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted.

(Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)

Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)

Examples include:

• To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100

additional pounds, assistance will

be required from another healthcare worker.

• 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet.

• 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and

recognize objects close at hand or 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 perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.

(Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts.

(Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment.

(Continuous)

*Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions)

*Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions

*Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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