MRI Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

MRI Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week (Friday-Sunday), 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• Holidays: Required to work if they fall on scheduled shifts
• On-call: Not required
• Facility Type: Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma designation
• Total Staffed Beds: 865
• Charting System: Epic

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of MRI Technologist experience within the last year
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification required
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Experience with Siemens MRI equipment required

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS: Required for all clinical candidates (AHA or ARC accepted)
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT: Required for MRI Techs
• Radiation Badge: NOT required for MRI Techs
• Fit Mask: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Other certifications such as ACLS, PALS, TNCC, etc., are not required for this position

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start; if positive, additional documentation required
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form required
• Immunizations: Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B required
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID-19 vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Annual fit testing for respirator masks required
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (August 1 - March 31) or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations)

Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required
• Complete employment application/resume with all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Background check: Must include 7 years of work/living history with multiple specific searches (SSN trace, criminal, sex offender registry, etc.)
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if verification pending
• Color blindness test required prior to start
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests required as applicable
• Clear, passport-style badge photo required before start
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed prior to orientation
• All required documents (I-9, Driver’s License/State ID, Social Security Card) must be submitted and verified

Additional Notes

• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require assignment to emergency response teams; travelers should consider this before accepting or extending contracts
• Parking: Paid parking required nights and weekends with a one-time $20 parking pass fee
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis

This position offers a structured night shift schedule in a high-acuity teaching hospital environment with a focus on MRI technology, requiring specific Siemens experience and ARRT/MR certification. Candidates should be prepared for comprehensive health and compliance requirements and be flexible to work during holidays and potential emergency response situations.