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Palmetto Health Richland

Tech - MRI Tech

Columbia, SC · On-site

$32/hr

MRI Tech Travel offering allied profession tech specialty. Regular pay rate $32. Shift details: 8 hour days. Job order details: start date 06/15/2026, end date 09/14/2026, duration 13 weeks. Client ...

MUSC

MRI Technologist I

Columbia, SC · On-site

Summary 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 ...

Lexington Health Inc

MRI Technologist - CMC

Cayce, SC · On-site

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 ...

HonorVet Technologies

Travel MRI Tech

Columbia, SC · On-site

MRI Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks ... LPNs/LVNs, CNAs/CMAs, and NPs--across diverse facilities, including hospitals, clinics ...

MUSC

MRI Technologist (PRN)

Columbia, SC · On-site

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 ...

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How much do mri assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for mri assistant in Lexington, SC is $39,940.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,100.00 and $40,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MRI assistant?

An MRI Assistant supports MRI technologists by preparing patients for scans, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. They help patients feel comfortable, position them correctly, and may assist with scheduling and administrative tasks. Their role is essential in keeping the imaging process efficient and ensuring high-quality scans.

What does an MRI assistant do?

As an MRI Assistant, your daily tasks usually include preparing patients for MRI procedures, reviewing documentation, verifying patient identities, and explaining the process to alleviate any concerns. You may also help position patients on the MRI table, ensure safety by screening for contraindications, and assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization in the imaging suite. Additionally, MRI Assistants often handle administrative duties such as scheduling exams and managing patient records. This role involves close collaboration with MRI technologists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth and safe imaging experience for patients.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an MRI assistant?

To thrive as an MRI Assistant, you generally need a solid understanding of medical terminology, patient care, and basic anatomy, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training or a relevant certification. Familiarity with MRI scanning equipment, image archiving systems (PACS), and safety protocols related to magnetic resonance imaging is crucial. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you support both patients and the MRI technologist effectively. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure patient safety, accurate imaging, and smooth workflow within a healthcare setting.

How to become a magnetic resonance imaging assistant?

To become an MRI assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant training in radiologic technology or healthcare. Certification or licensure as a radiologic technologist may be required, along with knowledge of MRI equipment and safety procedures. Gaining experience through on-the-job training or assisting radiologic technologists is also common.

What does an MRI assistant make?

An MRI assistant typically earns between $35,000 and $55,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and employer. They support MRI technologists by preparing patients, operating equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Salaries can vary based on certifications and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Mri Assistant job openings in Lexington, SC as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,940 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

MRI Technologist

Lexington Medical Center

West Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Lexington Medical Center rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

600th of 1,066 rated hospitals

Job description

Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Full Time
Night Shift
5:30p-6a (Sunday, Monday Tuesday)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000
Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer.
Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer's care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.
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
• Substitutable Education & 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 Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health 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. Lexington Health 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.

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