CT Technologist
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties

CT Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Orangeburg, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Perform high-quality CT examinations on patients ranging from infants to geriatrics following established protocols.
• Work under general supervision and report to the CT manager.
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week (Friday to Sunday), 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM (3x12-hour shifts).
• On-call required Monday through Thursday on a rotation with other technologists.
• No floating between service lines or to sister facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in South Carolina (pending license accepted at start but must be obtained by assignment start date).
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in CT.
• Certification required: BLS issued by the American Heart Association, ARRT (CT), and South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) for CT.
• Must be able to start IV, administer contrast, and perform biopsies.

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 every 2 weeks.
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation; avoid new or extended assignments during peak months (August-September) if this is a concern.

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA) required for all clinical candidates.
• Color blindness testing required prior to start.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required.
• Competency exam required.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years, including SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, and FACIS 3.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals.
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if needed.
• OFAC sanctions list search required prior to start.
• South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers search required for subcontractors.
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers required.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start; if positive, chest x-ray and annual TB questionnaire required.
• Proof of immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Tdap vaccine required within 10 years or declination form.
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (August 1 - March 31); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations.
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
• COVID vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form.
• Respirator medical clearance required annually for all patient-facing travelers.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules (4-6 hours) prior to start; failure to complete results in being sent home.
• Clear, passport-style badge photo required by Wednesday end of day prior to start.
• Facility-specific job description must be signed prior to start.
• Radiation exposure attestation required before start if radiation badge is needed.
• Radiation badge process takes 5-7 days; candidates cannot start patient care without badge.
• Must complete all labs within 48 hours after signing assignment.

Additional Notes

• Open to block scheduling with prior approval (not guaranteed).
• Agency must provide radiation badge and monthly/quarterly radiation exposure reports.
• Fit testing for masks done onsite during orientation; candidates with facial hair must shave or trim before arrival.

This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this CT Tech travel assignment.