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

Job Opportunity: CT Scan Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (10:00 AM - 8:30 PM), Tuesday through Friday
• On-call: Yes, on-call rotation with staff
• Floating: Floating within scope to meet facility needs, including sister facilities
• Daily Caseload: Varies per shift and location

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in South Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT certification

Additional Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
  • Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
  • Immunizations and titers required: Tdap (within 10 years), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
  • Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
  • COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology competency
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Facility & Work Environment

• Type: Teaching hospital, Magnet status, Level 1 Trauma center
• Beds: 865 staffed beds
• Charting System: Epic
• Dress Code: Teal top and black bottom scrub
• Parking: Paid parking for nights and weekends; one-time parking pass fee applies
• Emergency Response: All staff assigned to emergency response teams; hurricane season June-November with peak in August-September

Important Notes

• Radiation badge processing can take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start clinical duties without it
• Radius rule: 60 miles; local candidates accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Orientation modules and facility-specific training must be completed prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge issuance before start date

This position is suitable for CT Technologists with trauma and Siemens experience who are ready for a travel assignment in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment.