Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist (O/C-Arm)
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Radiology / Cardiology X-Ray Tech - Charleston, South Carolina (Travel/Contract)

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (X-Ray Tech)
• Location: Charleston, SC
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM), Friday through Sunday, including holidays as needed
• Orientation: First week may include day shifts for orientation before regular schedule begins
• On-Call: Required, approximately 3-4 days per month
• Floating: May float within the same campus buildings; no floating to sister facilities
• Daily Caseload: Varies

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1 year required; first-time travelers accepted but travel experience preferred
• Required Experience: O/C-Arm experience
• Certifications/Licenses:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required (AHA or ARC accepted)
  • ARRT (R) and SCRQSA (R) certifications accepted
  • Radiation badge must be supplied by the agency (facility does not provide)

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 865
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub color: Teal top / Black bottoms
• Parking: $20 one-time fee for nights and weekends only
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Work Eligibility: I-9 attestation and completed I-9 form required
• Identification: Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card required
• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence/employment
  • Includes SSN trace, statewide and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if verification pending
• Licensure:

  • South Carolina state license verification required (primary source)
  • Walk-through (temporary) license option available for SC RN license with faster processing
  • All licensure hits must be approved by facility
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment History: Last 3 clinical employers verified; attestation letters accepted only if verification exhausted
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by agency; process may take 5-7 days before start
• Fit Mask: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually; specific mask models required
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start, no instant tests accepted
• Vaccinations & Health:

  • COVID-19 vaccinations highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years required or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be needed for low titers
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Physical exam: Initial and annual updates required, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Orientation & Training:

  • Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
  • Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology and OR competency if assigned to OR
• Additional Certifications:

  • ACLS required for certain units (not required for this position unless specified)
  • PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM certifications as applicable by unit
  • IV Therapy certification for select LPNs if applicable

Work Conditions & Policies

• Radius rule: 60 miles; local hires accepted at a reduced rate
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application and approved based on facility needs

This position is ideal for X-Ray Technologists with O/C-Arm experience seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity teaching hospital environment with a structured night shift schedule and comprehensive credentialing requirements.