Mobile 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 Overview

• Role: Mobile MRI Technologist
• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (6:00 PM – 7:30 AM), Friday through Sunday
• Holiday work required if it falls on scheduled shift
• No on-call required
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is expected
• Daily caseload varies depending on shift and location

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist within the last year
• Certification: ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience with Siemens MRI equipment required

Licensure

• SC MRI Technologists are not required to have a South Carolina Radiology license
• Must have active, unencumbered licensure appropriate for MRI Technologist

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma designation
• Uses Epic for charting
• Parking available with nominal cost for nights and weekends

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 attestation and documentation)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card
• Background check covering last 7 years of residence/employment, including national and state registries
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• Annual drug screening (10-panel) within 90 days of start
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest X-ray if prior positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination/booster documentation
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Color blind testing prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed before start
• Passport-style photo for badge required before start

Additional Notes

• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment history verification of last 3 clinical employers required

This position is suitable for MRI Technologists with Siemens experience seeking a travel contract in a teaching hospital environment with trauma designation. Candidates should be prepared for night/weekend shifts and have all required certifications and health documentation current prior to start.