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

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Schedule:

  • 3 shifts per week (Friday to Sunday)
  • 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Fridays: Mobile MRI Tech until 5 PM, then Main MRI Tech from 5 PM to end of shift
  • Saturdays and Sundays: Main MRI Tech
  • Holiday work required if it falls on scheduled shift
• On-call: No

Required Qualifications

• MRI Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• Certification: ARRT (MR)
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience with Siemens MRI equipment

Licensure

• No South Carolina Radiology license required for MRI Techs
• Must provide primary source verification showing active, unencumbered certification/license with no pending actions
• Background checks and education verifications required as per facility standards

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start
• Competency exams required as applicable
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (confirm with recruiter)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands of the position
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or chest x-ray if prior positive
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season

Additional Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Complete employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Radiation badge required for all Radiology/Cardiology travelers except MRI Techs (MRI Techs are exempt)
• Copy of driver’s license and social security card required
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and employment verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Facility-specific orientation modules and training must be completed prior to start
• Passport-style badge photo required before start

Work Environment & Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma designation
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking available with nominal cost for nights and weekends
• Emergency response team participation required (hurricane season June-November)

Notes

• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• COVID-19 vaccination is highly preferred but not required; declination form must be completed if not vaccinated

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