Neuro Interventional Radiology Technologist
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Neuro IR Tech (Neuro Interventional Radiology Technician)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Neuro Interventional Radiology)
• Daily Caseload: 4-5 cases per tech
• Shift: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours each (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• On-Call: Required every 5th weekend and one night per week; must be within 30 minutes radius during on-call
• Floating: No floating within or to sister facilities
• Start Date: Approximately 2-3 weeks from offer

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Interventional Radiology and Neuro experience
• First-time travelers accepted
• Certifications required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC accepted
  • ARRT (R) certification
• Radiation badge required; must be supplied by the agency (facility does NOT provide radiation badges)

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrubs provided by facility
• Parking: Paid parking for nights and weekends with a one-time $20 parking pass fee

Work Conditions & Policies

• Radius rule: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require assignment to emergency response teams; peak months August and September
• Must complete all required orientation modules prior to start
• Facility requires a clear, passport-style badge photo before start

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify attestation)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card
• Background checks including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County and state criminal checks (including South Carolina)
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • National Criminal and FACIS 3
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification (diploma/transcripts as placeholder if needed)
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Radiation badge ordering process must be initiated before start; badge delivery may take 5-7 days
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low titer
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Sterile Processing Techs (if applicable) require additional physical assessment and lab panels (CMP, CBC)

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit (check specific unit requirements)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required for pediatric units only
• Other certifications as applicable (e.g., NIH Stroke Certification, TNCC, CHEMO) depending on unit assignment
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests required as applicable
• Color blindness testing required prior to start

Licensing

• South Carolina RN license or compact license required for RNs
• Primary source verification of all licenses and certifications required
• NURSYS verification required for RNs and LPNs/LVNs
• IV Therapy certification required for select LPNs if applicable

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Orientation modules must be completed before starting; estimated 2-6 hours depending on location
• COVID and flu vaccine documentation must be uploaded into facility system prior to start
• Badge photo must be submitted by Wednesday end of day prior to start for badge printing
• Travelers must comply with all facility-specific policies and procedures

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a focus on neuro interventional radiology. Candidates must be prepared for on-call responsibilities and compliance with strict health and safety protocols.