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

Job Title: MRI Technologist Profession: Clinical-Allied Specialty: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Wednesday to Friday Hours per Shift: 12 Hours Experience: Minimum years of experience required 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 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 the 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. Following established protocols and under the direction of Radiologists, clinical staff will perform procedures for the direct results of interpretations. Obtains correct written orders for procedures. 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 an emphasis on cost containment. Instructs and prepares patients regarding imaging procedures and assists in obtaining informed consent as needed. Ensures patient understanding of procedures. 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 Radiologists regarding procedures and is effective in communication, both verbal and written, 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 and other governing organizations. Practices radiation safety in accordance with ALARA principles. Completes annual mandatory in-services and maintains current licensure requirements. Submits copies of professional licenses as requested. Supports and promotes departmental efforts in meeting established projects and goals and/or specific individual goals. Holds medical and sensitive information in confidence. Promotes the organization’s mission and values. 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 toward improving departmental operations by offering ideas and solutions and consistently completes assigned tasks. Demonstrated ability to perform and teach MRI exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic images for interpretation. Knowledge of applicable standards and regulations. Responsible for the safe operation of MRI and post-processing equipment. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Requires a mature individual who projects a professional and business-like appearance. Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information. Frequent standing and walking. Frequent lifting and moving of patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling of up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing, with corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases, and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Frequent exposure to risk of radiation. Intermittent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to work weekends or holidays based on the needs of the department.