MRI Technologist
Mount Pleasant, SC
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

MRI Technologist, MRI, Days Charleston, South Carolina

The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures under established protocols and the medical supervision of radiologists. Responsibilities include providing age-appropriate patient care, ensuring patient safety, obtaining and verifying procedure orders, producing diagnostic images, assisting with procedures, and supporting the education of student MRI Technologists.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts are scheduled for 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. The assignment is expected to run for 13 weeks, with shifts scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Mondays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification
  • Graduation from an accredited school of allied health professionals
  • Ability to perform and teach MRI examinations that produce satisfactory diagnostic images
  • Ability to safely operate MRI and post-processing equipment
  • Knowledge of radiation protection, radiation safety, and As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Cross-sectional anatomy experience
  • MRI experience
• Additional Information:
  • Provides care and safety for patients during imaging procedures using age-appropriate care.
  • Prepares patients for imaging procedures, explains the process, and assists with informed consent when needed.
  • Communicates procedure and discharge information clearly to patients and family members.
  • Verifies orders, diagnoses, and clinical history before entering information into the computer system.
  • Collaborates effectively with radiologists, imaging team members, clinical staff, and clerical staff.
  • Supports student technologist education and training.
  • Maintains compliance with applicable safety policies, regulatory standards, licensure requirements, and mandatory in-service education.
  • May be required to take call or work weekends and holidays based on departmental needs.
  • Work may involve standing, walking, patient movement, exposure to blood or body fluids, infectious materials, radiation, and other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
  • May require lifting, moving, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits