Pediatric MRI Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech (Pediatric)

Location

• Charleston, South Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Pediatric MRI Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)
• Shift: Night shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (8:00 PM – 6:30 AM)
• Daily caseload varies: Inpatient, ER, and Outpatient
• Floating: May float within other buildings on campus and sister facilities
• On-call: Not required
• Holidays: Required to work if they fall on scheduled shift

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma designation
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Paid nights and weekends only; one-time $20 parking pass fee
• Scrub color: Teal top, black bottom
• Radius rule: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of MRI Technologist experience within the last year
• Pediatric MRI Technologist experience required
• Required certifications/licenses:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted
  • MR certification (ARRT MR or ARMRIT)
• Experience with Siemens MRI equipment required

Licensure

• MRI Techs are not required to have a South Carolina Radiology license
• Primary source verification of active, unencumbered license required
• Background checks and education verification required

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS certification required for all clinical candidates
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required for all pediatric units except Pediatric OR
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start
• Competency exams required; pediatric OR competency preferred but regular OR competency accepted if no pediatric experience
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required as applicable

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam updated annually, 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 or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with follow-up chest x-ray
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)

Onboarding & Documentation

• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses)
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Required documents include:

  • Driver’s license/state ID
  • Social Security card or SSN verification
  • Background checks covering 7 years of residence/employment
  • Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
  • Employment history verification of last 3 clinical employers
• All certifications must be valid beyond 30 days from start date; expiring certifications must be renewed or scheduled for renewal before start

Additional Notes

• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks despite guaranteed hours
• During hurricane season (June–November), employees may be assigned to emergency response teams; travelers should consider this before accepting or extending assignments
• All required documents and certifications must be submitted and approved prior to start

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Pediatric MRI Tech travel contract position.