Pediatric X-Ray Technologist
Charleston, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech / Pediatrics (Radiology / Cardiology)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (X-Ray Tech, Pediatrics)
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) with holiday rotation
• Orientation: First week on day shift for orientation, then regular schedule begins
• On-call: Required; must respond within 1 hour when called. On-call hours Mon-Fri 7 PM - 7 AM, weekends 7 AM - 7 PM and 7 PM - 7 AM. Call likely on weekends but may occur any day.
• Floating: May float within pediatric imaging locations on the same campus for critical staffing coverage

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required
• Certifications/Licenses Required:

  • ARRT (R) certification
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • South Carolina state license must be active and in hand prior to start
• Experience Required:

  • Operating Room (OR) experience
  • C-arm experience (additional training available)
• Preferred Experience:

  • O-arm experience (training available)
  • Trauma experience preferred but not required
  • Pediatric experience preferred
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency (facility does NOT provide badges)

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Nights and weekends only, one-time $20 parking pass fee
• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 attestation and completed form)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County and statewide criminal checks (past 7 years)
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • National Criminal and FACIS 3
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated every 30 days
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers (or fewer if applicable)
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
• Color blind testing required prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before orientation
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge required before start

Certifications (Must be current and valid, no expiration within 30 days of start)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for pediatric units
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Not required for pediatric units but may be required for some allied health roles
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - As required, not required for ER RNs
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - As required
• Tech Certification Verification - National certification as applicable (e.g., ASCP for MLTs)
• State License Verification - Primary source verification required; SC RN license must be active and unencumbered
• NURSYS verification for RNs and LPNs/LVNs as applicable
• IV Therapy certification for select LPNs if required

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or documented positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
• Drug screen: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30)
• COVID vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Respiratory safety clearance and fit testing required; PAPR not provided by facility

Additional Notes

• Radiation badge process is critical; candidates cannot start without it, and it may take 5-7 days to receive
• Radius rule: 60 miles; local candidates accepted at a reduced rate
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application and approved based on facility needs
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Travelers must complete all required modules and documentation prior to orientation or risk being sent home
• Travelers should be aware of potential emergency assignments during hurricane season (June-November)

This position is suitable for first-time travelers with at least 1 year of experience in radiology/pediatric X-ray tech roles and required certifications. Prior travel experience is not mandatory.