MRI Technologist
Charleston, SC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

MRI Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Perform high-quality MRI examinations on various patient populations following established protocols.
• Work under general supervision of site supervisor and radiology manager.
• May float between two nearby outpatient clinic locations.
• No call requirement.

Schedule

• Standard shift: Monday to Friday, 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM (5x8 hours, 40 hours/week)
• Alternative shifts considered: 4x10 hours (10:30 AM – 9:00 PM) or 3x12 hours (8:30 AM – 9:00 PM)
• Weekend requirement: Saturdays 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM on a rotating basis, adjusting weekday hours accordingly to maintain 40 hours/week
• No holiday shifts required

Required Qualifications

• MRI Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Certification: ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT required
• BLS certification required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Background check within 1 year covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Physical exam within 90 days prior to start, confirming good health and ability to work without restrictions
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity or vaccination (declination accepted for Mumps and Rubella only)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination, or documented history of chickenpox or declination
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days prior to start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)
• COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Radiation exposure attestation form required prior to start

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules within 5 days of start
• Photo for badge required prior to start (specific photo requirements apply)
• Adherence to personal appearance and dress code policy (teal scrub top, black pants)

Additional Information

• Facility type: Outpatient clinic
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: No cost
• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation; avoid confirming new or extension assignments during peak months (Aug-Sept) if this is a concern

Notes

• First-time travel MRI techs are accepted; prior travel experience is not required.