MRI Technologist (PRN)- Northeast
MUSC Health
Summary
Specialize in magnetic resonance imaging scanners. They inject patients with contrast media, such as a dye, so that the images will show up on the scanner. The scanners use magnetic fields in combination with the contrast agent to produce images that a physician can use to diagnose medical problems.
Job description
Job Description Summary
Specialize in magnetic resonance imaging scanners. They inject patients with contrast media, such as a dye, so that the images will show up on the scanner. The scanners use magnetic fields in combination with the contrast agent to produce images that a physician can use to diagnose medical problems.
Description
MRI technologists operate MRI scanners that take images of patients' bodies to assist with diagnostic testing. They are responsible for presenting clear images to physicians to provide an accurate diagnosis to a patient. MRI technologists ensure they are following safety standards and explain the MRI process to patients. MRI technologists monitor patients during scanning. They also monitor equipment functions and ensure they capture clear images so physicians can provide an accurate diagnosis. They also recognize abnormalities and irregularities in images and understand the difference between a quality image and one that needs to be retaken.
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, and walking continuously; climb stairs infrequently; work indoors continuously and outside in temperature extremes infrequently; work from elevated areas and in confined/cramped spaces frequently; perform job functions from kneeling positions; squat; perform pinching operations; perform gross motor activities, firm grasping, and fine manipulation with fingers and hands; reach overhead; perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders; fully use both legs; use lower extremities for balance and coordination; reach in all directions; lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted infrequently; lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted infrequently; lift from 36 inches to overhead 25 lbs. infrequently; exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently; maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes continuously; see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance; match or discriminate between colors; determine distance/relationship between objects and depth perception; good peripheral vision capabilities; maintain hearing acuity, with correction; perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements; deal effectively with stressful situations.
Requirements
- Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider
- Copy of academic degree or transcript required
- Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology
Company overview
MUSC Health is the healthcare system of the Medical University of South Carolina, serving as the state's premier academic medical center and comprehensive healthcare provider. Founded in 1824 and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, MUSC Health operates 14 hospitals with approximately 2,500 beds and has five additional hospital locations in development. The organization provides patient care through more than 350 telehealth sites and nearly 750 care locations across all regions of South Carolina, serving 46 counties throughout the state. For 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked MUSC Health as the number one hospital in South Carolina, reflecting its commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety. As an integrated academic health system, MUSC Health combines clinical care with medical education and research, training more than 900 residents and fellows annually while conducting groundbreaking research with $360 million in research funding and 1,268 active clinical trials. The organization employs over 10,000 team members and handles approximately 3.21 million patient encounters each year, delivering specialized services in cancer care, cardiac services, digestive health, women's health, and numerous other medical specialties through its Hollings Cancer Center and other specialized institutes.