CT Technologist
Orangeburg, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist (Radiology / Cardiology)

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

Position Overview

• Perform high-quality CT examinations on patients ranging from newborn to geriatric under general supervision.
• Report to the manager of CT and director of radiology.
• Work schedule: Friday to Sunday, 3 shifts of 12 hours each (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM).
• On-call required Monday-Thursday evenings (5 PM - 6 AM) on a rotation basis, approximately every 4-5 weeks. On-call duties involve covering 3rd shift call-outs or assisting during multiple trauma cases.
• No floating between service lines or sister facilities.

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a CT Technologist.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in CT.
• Required certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association (AHA) only.
  • ARRT (CT) certification.
  • South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) certification.
• Must have a current South Carolina state license at the time of start (pending license not accepted).
• Radiation badge required; must be provided by the agency (facility does not provide).
• Minimum education: Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program or completion of a clinical rotation with ARRT certification by end of rotation.

Skills & Special Requirements

• Ability to start IVs, administer contrast, perform biopsies.
• Experience with PACS system.
• Work includes inpatient, outpatient (Friday only), ER, and scheduled interventional cases (Friday only).

Facility & Work Environment

• Level III Trauma, Acute Care Hospital with 286 staffed beds.
• Charting system: Epic.
• Scrub color: Teal top and black bottom.
• Free parking available.
• Local radius for travel: 60 miles.
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks.
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require assignment to emergency response teams; travelers should consider this before accepting new or extended assignments.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify).
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card.
• Annual background check covering 7 years of residence/employment, including multiple specific searches (SSN trace, criminal, sex offender registry, etc.).
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder.
• OFAC Sanctions List Search required prior to start.
• South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers search for sub-vendors.
• Proof of 2 clinical references.
• Complete employment application/resume.
• Skills checklist updated annually.
• Radiation badge process must be initiated before start; badge delivery may take 5-7 days.
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers required.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Fit mask test done onsite during orientation; facial hair must be shaved or trimmed prior.
• Required vaccinations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if needed.
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination.
  • Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if needed.
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations).
• COVID vaccines highly preferred but not required; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed.
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start; if positive history, additional documentation required.
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
• Respirator medical clearance annually via RespSafety questionnaire.

Competency & Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required; pediatric OR candidates may use regular pharmacology exam if no pediatric experience.
• Color blindness testing required prior to start.
• Competency exam required; pediatric OR candidates may use regular OR competency exam if no pediatric experience.

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules (4-6 hours estimated) prior to start; failure to complete results in being sent home.
• First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay platform used for module completion and vaccine documentation uploads.
• Passport-style badge photo required before start (frontal view, solid light background, business casual attire).
• Job description acknowledgment required prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Approval required for block scheduling but not guaranteed.
• Locals accepted at a reduced rate on a case-by-case basis.
• All return-to-office (RTO) requirements must be included at submission and approved based on facility needs.

This position is ideal for CT Technologists with at least 1 year of experience, current ARRT and state licensure, and the ability to work a weekend schedule with on-call responsibilities during the week. The facility emphasizes compliance with certifications, health screenings, and documentation to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.