Travel MRI Tech - $2,366 per week in Mount Pleasant, SC

Job Title: MRI Technologist Profession: MRI Technologist Specialty: - Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Thursday/Friday 0800-2030 and Saturday 0730-2000, with one day of call per week Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Prefer cross-sectional anatomy experience or MRI experience License: Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card Must-Have: Strong interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated ability to perform and teach MRI exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic images for interpretation Knowledge of OSHA, DHEC, FDA and TJC standards and regulations Description: Following established protocol and under the medical supervision of certified radiologists, MRI Technologists will perform procedures for the direct results of interpretation. Technologists will assist the radiologists on procedures as needed and be responsible for supervision of student MRI Technologists assigned to them. Encourages and maintains good customer relations. Responsible for the care and safety of patients during imaging procedures utilizing age appropriate care. Follows established protocols and under the direction of Radiologists, clinical staff will perform procedures for the direct results of interpretations. Obtains correct written order for procedure. Efficient use of time to accomplish patient care assignments while meeting work quality, quantity and timeliness expectations. Assists in the clinical education of student technologists. Efficient utilization of imaging equipment with attention to minimizing repeat examinations. Uses supplies with emphasis on cost containment. Instructs and prepares patients regarding imaging procedures and assists in obtaining informed consent as needed. Ensures patient's understanding of procedure. Communicates with family members regarding discharge instructions. Responds actively and with sensitivity to the needs of internal and external customers. Ensures correct orders, diagnosis and clinical history are entered into the computer system. Communicates with Radiologist regarding procedures and is effective in communications in both verbal and written situations and presents a positive and professional demeanor. Adheres to hospital, departmental and safety policies and procedures. Practices good radiation protection and follows established guidelines for safety regulations. Completes annual mandatory in-services and maintains current licensure requirements. Holds medical and sensitive information in confidence. Assists other members of the Imaging Team and/or other disciplines including clerical staff in order to maintain records, reports and files. Consistently assists others in their own section or helps other sections of the imaging department. Functions as a team player by helping wherever help is needed. Demonstrates flexibility and accountability in job duties and is a self-starter. Takes initiative towards improving departmental operations by offering ideas and solutions. Demands frequent standing and walking. Requires frequent lifting/moving of patients, up to 50 lbs. Requires frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and constant reaching with hands/arms. Requires frequent talking or hearing, with corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposed to blood, body fluids or tissue and potential exposure to infectious materials. Work involves a quiet to moderate noise level in the work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.