MRI Technologist

Outpatient Setting Day Shift

MRI Technologist Opportunity at Lexington Medical Center's Newest Urgent Care Location in Cayce, SC

Are you an experienced MRI Technologist looking to join a top-rated hospital network? Lexington Medical Center, consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in SC , is excited to announce an opportunity at our newest Urgent Care location in Cayce, SC.

This part-time position offers 12-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM , providing you with the flexibility you need while being part of a cutting-edge facility. If you're ready to bring your skills to a dynamic and supportive environment, we'd love to have you join our team

Job Summary
Performs magnetic resonance imaging scans of selected portions of the anatomy as requested by the clinician.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education: Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or Completion of an MRI program
Minimum Years of Experience: None
Required Certifications/Licensure : Currently has CPR certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire; ARRT of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology or MRI; MRI Certification or required within 1 year from hire date.
Required Training: Proficiency in venipuncture; Will undertake a 3 to 6 month training period to become familiar with the equipment and departmental procedures.

Essential Functions
Demonstrates competence to provide developmentally appropriate care/treatment for the following patient population:
Infant (Birth to 1 year)
Child (1 year through 12 years)
Adolescent (13 years through 17 years)
Adult (18 years to 65 years)
Geriatric (Over 65 years)
Performs detailed safety screening of all patients with regards to metallic foreign bodies, implants and or medical devices and obtains a signed MRI patient screening form when possible.
Checks EMR on all patients for correct order, contraindications and other precautions.
Prepares patients for MRI procedures. Uses universal precautions on all patients.
Informs the patients of the process to be followed in performing the exam.
Observes condition of patients while in the MRI Department and contacts appropriate personnel when necessary.
Recognize emergency patient conditions and takes appropriate measures.
Provides pertinent information to radiologist, which will contribute to plan of care.
Positions patients appropriately on MRI table utilizing proper imaging equipment (MRI coils, MRI conditional monitoring equipment).

Duties & Responsibilities
Provides hearing protection for everyone in the MRI exam room (patient, family member, CRNA, etc.)
Maintains cleanliness of MRI Department and equipment. Uses proper cleaning technique, disposes of contaminated needles properly and maintains adequate stock of linen and supplies.
Assists with patient transport whenever necessary.
Performs optimum quality MRI scans according to radiologist's protocols.
Makes appropriate decisions based on judgment within the scope of their ability on technical or patient related problems and notifies the appropriate personnel.
Assist in quality control of the equipment by contacting the appropriate personnel and notifies the department supervisor as necessary.
Electronically sends images to the appropriate destination including PACS.
Performs all other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency. e.g., fire or disaster.
Responsible for being on call, working weekends, working alternate shifts and working holidays on a rotating basis or as needed basis.
Proficient in starting IV's and injecting contrast for certain procedures.
Practices and implements good service excellence at all times. Be caring and genuinely concerned for patients. Be patient and try to relieve some of the anxiety patients have during an MRI procedure.
Ability to monitor and teach MRI students
Assist radiologists with biopsies, and specialty procedures requiring aseptic techniques.

We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families:
Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
Employer paid life insurance - equal to 1x salary
Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary
Adoption assistance
LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of LMC to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. LMC strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. LMC endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee's desires and abilities and the hospital's needs.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Radiology
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift

License/Certification:
ARRT Certification (Required)
MRI Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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