PRN MRI Technologist-1

Job description

Job Description Summary

Utilize all MRI resources to perform high-quality MRI examinations on entire patient population (neonate through geriatrics) for interpretation by a physician. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC CHS - MRI (RT)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

4

Work Shift

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.

Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.

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

(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

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