MRI Technologist

Job Description Relapath is currently recruiting for a direct-hire MRI Technologist role. This is an excellent opportunity offering benefits, perks, and coastal living in the greater Myrtle Beach, SC area! Relapath is currently recruiting for a direct-hire MRI Technologist role. This is an excellent opportunity offering benefits, perks, and coastal living in the greater Myrtle Beach, SC area! Relocation assistance is available in the form of a sign-on bonus, with 50% paid at 30 days of employment. Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our client’s team. As the Myrtle Beach region's largest health care provider, they are also one of the area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 locations bring their healing mission to life each day. This Position Use high level of skill to operate specialized MRI equipment to produce computer-generated diagnostic images which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. Perform procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology. Demonstrate a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision. What you will do in this position Review orders prior to the day of procedure to ensure accuracy and to avoid delay in patient care. Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure and MR safety while utilizing effective communication. Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist’s interpretation. Ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure. Perform MRI procedures as required based on physician’s order. Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of MRI and related coils to obtain highest quality images of the anatomy being scanned. Start I.V., load and operate power injector, and administer contrast media as directed and per protocol. Complete exam in hospital information system. Clean and maintain all imaging equipment. May also assist with mentoring and/or training students, new hires. Education & Experience Qualifications Requires one of the following: Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology, OR Certificate of MRI technology certification program (required) 1+ year of MRI experience is preferred Skills And Abilities Understand and utilize anatomical positioning, physics MRI safety Critical thinking Time management Effective communication Proficiency in IV access for contrast media administration Licenses and Certifications Magnetic Resonance Imaging - American Registry Radiologic Technologist ARRT (MR) certification required or registry eligible (if eligible must obtain MR certification within 24 months of hire or transfer date). Required Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. Recertification every two years is Required South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association certified. Preferred Physical Demand Medium-Heavy Physical Demand Our client is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr