X-Ray Technologist
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech

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

Position Overview

• Perform radiographic procedures requiring strong knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology.
• Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating technical competency and initiative.
• Coverage includes OR, Orthopedics, Fluoroscopy, Inpatient, Outpatient, and ER.

Shift Details

• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Days: Saturday through Monday
• No on-call rotation
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiology Technologist license in South Carolina.
• Minimum 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience within the last year.
• ARRT (R) certification.
• SCRQSA (R) certification.
• BLS certification.
• Experience as an X-Ray Technician.

Licensure & Certifications

• Active, unencumbered state license for Radiologic Technologist.
• Primary source verification required.
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and employment verification.
• Annual physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Required health documents:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start.
  • Proof of Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form.
  • Proof of MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination.
  • 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start.
  • COVID vaccination records preferred; declination form accepted.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• Color blindness test required prior to start.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required.
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before starting.
• Passport-style badge photo required prior to start.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific forms including radiation exposure attestation.
• Must provide copies of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card.
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers.
• Must complete annual respirator medical clearance questionnaire.
• Facility uses Epic for charting.
• Parking is free.
• Scrub color: Teal top and black bottom.

Facility Notes

• Level III Trauma, Acute Care Hospital
• 286 staffed beds
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation; avoid confirming new or extension assignments during peak months (August-September).

Important Compliance Notes

• Certifications expiring within 30 days of start are not accepted; renewal or scheduled course required.
• Radiation badge processing may take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start floor duties without it.
• Orientation modules take approximately 4-6 hours to complete and must be done on a computer (not mobile).
• Flu vaccine documentation deadline is December 5th during flu season; failure to comply may result in leave without pay.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this X-Ray Tech travel assignment.