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Job Opportunity: CVT / EP Tech (Travel/Contract)

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

Position Details

Shift: Monday-Friday, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM), 40 hours/week
Cases Required:
- Diagnostic Catheterizations (Adult)
- Permanent Pacemaker Insertions (PPI)
- Pulmonary Artery (PA) Insertion
- Right Heart Catheterization
- Temporary Pacemakers
- Conduction Studies
- Insertion/Programming of AICDs
- Pacemaker Insertion
On-call: No
Weekend Work: No
Floating: Possible floating to like units

Experience & Certification Requirements

Years of Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
First-timers: Accepted if they have previous experience
Licensure: SCQRSA (South Carolina Qualified Radiologic Supervisor Authorization)
Certifications Required:
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency (facility does NOT provide)

Additional Requirements & Information

Compliance & Documentation

Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify)
Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
Social Security Card or SSN verification
Background checks including:
- SSN Trace
- County and state criminal checks (including South Carolina)
- Sex Offender Registry
- National Criminal and FACIS 3
Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
State-specific searches (South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers)
Proof of 2 clinical references
Complete employment application/resume
Skills checklist updated annually
Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers

Health & Safety

Initial physical exam, updated annually
Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
Immunizations and titers:
- Tdap within 10 years or declination form
- Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest X-ray if positive history
- Annual TB questionnaire
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (boosters if low titer)
- Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
- Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (boosters if low titer)
Drug screening: 10-panel drug test within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated

Orientation & Facility Specifics

Completion of orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
First Day Instructions and OurDay platform modules must be completed before orientation; failure to complete results in being sent home
Passport-style photo required for badge
Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility system

Summary

This is a travel/contract position for a Cardiovascular Technologist / Electrophysiology Tech in Charleston, SC, requiring at least 1 year of specialty experience and specific certifications (ARRT/CCI, BLS, ACLS). The role involves day shifts Monday through Friday with no on-call or weekend requirements. Radiation badge must be supplied by the agency. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, and immunizations are mandatory. Orientation and compliance with facility-specific documentation and training modules are required prior to starting.

About Charleston, SC

As a Travel Electrophysiology Technician in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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