UNIV - Technical Medical Associate III - Department of Neurosciences

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35%: Responsible for overseeing and operating 3T MRI human scanner. Must maintain a high level of knowledge of all procedures and instrumentation to ensure systems are functioning properly be able to reset and clean equipment after procedures are complete maintain all instruments and devices and follow all safety policies and protocols set forth by MUSC.

35%: Assist in acquiring high quality research MRI examinations with a sound understanding of anatomical positioning and MRI technology using a 3T human scanner. These studies are conducted according to defined research protocols and must adhere to all MRI safety protocols/standards.

10%: Screen research participants for metal objects and other contraindications for MRI. Ensure all personnel in console and scanning areas are aware of and follow all MRI safety procedures.

10%: Help with research participant oversight including transport/assistance to and from the scanning room as well as monitoring participants to ensure their safety. Maintain participant confidence and privacy by keeping information confidential.

10%: Contribute to the team effort by working with CBI staff to facilitate reliable support for all core responsibilities. Communicate with principal investigators as needed to ensure the successful and efficient completion of research studies.

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Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years experience or training within the specific work area.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous 68 hours per shift; Frequent 26 hours per shift; Infrequent 02 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50# unassisted. Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (/) assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches to 50# unassisted. Ability to lower objects to 50# from height of 36 inches unassisted. Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(/) unassisted. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use initially and annually.

Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes tools equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

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