Pediatric Ultrasound Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Tech - General (Pediatrics)

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

Position Overview

• Specialty: Ultrasound / Pediatrics
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 PM - 7:00 AM), Friday through Sunday
• No on-call required
• Work location: All in-house, no travel between buildings
• Daily caseload varies
• Potential flexibility to work additional days as needed

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated pediatric ultrasound experience (2-3 years preferred)
• Education: Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC accepted
  • ARDMS or ARRT certification required
• Pediatric Ultrasound Skills:

  • NEC and TCD experience
  • Spines, Liver Doppler (all vessels), Renal Doppler, Renal Transplants
  • Extremity Venous Doppler
  • Intussusception, Pyloric Stenosis, Appendix, Neonatal Heads
• Preferred: Pediatric hospital experience with liver transplants
• Licensure: South Carolina state ultrasound licensure is not required
• Radiation Badge: Not required for Ultrasound Techs

Prior Travel Experience

• First-time travelers accepted
• No explicit prior travel experience required

Facility Highlights

• Teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level 1 Trauma center
• 865 staffed beds
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub colors: Teal tops and black bottoms
• Parking: Nights and weekends only, one-time fee

Important Notes

• Hurricane season (June-November) may require assignment to emergency response teams
• Radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis

Required Documents & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year history, SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, international searches if applicable
• Education verification (diploma/transcripts)
• References: 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment history verification: last 3 clinical employers
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed before orientation
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam and annual updates attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• 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
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination series)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination series)
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug-April)

Certifications Summary

• BLS required for all clinical staff
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required for all pediatric units except Pediatric OR
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required
• ACLS not required for pediatric units
• Other certifications (TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke) as applicable based on unit

Additional Notes

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with prior approval (not guaranteed)
• Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• All required documents and certifications must be current and valid (no expiring within 30 days of start)

This position is ideal for ultrasound technologists with pediatric experience seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment.