Outpatient Radiologic Technologist- $10000 sign-on/$1500 relocation
Company: MUSC
Location: Charleston
Posted on: January 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Summary Job Summary/Purpose: • Radiologic
Technologists provide exams in the field of radiologic imaging to
include diagnostic x-ray, c-arm, and bone density to the
specifications of the ordering provider and radiologist's needs. •
Maintains knowledge concerning radiation protection and safety in
addition to infection control and standard precautions. • Preform
patient assessments and provide patient care in a timely,
professional, efficient, and safe manner. • May be required to
provide coverage for other outreach sites located in Mt. Pleasant,
North Charleston, and West Ashley. Education Requirements: •
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program. Required
Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: • Registered by the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or within 12
months of hire. • Registry eligible candidates must hold a
Temporary B license from South Carolina Radiation Quality
Standards. • Registered Technologists state license from South
Carolina Radiation Quality Standards. • BLS certification. Entity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials
Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC002016
UMA AMB RADI Chuck Dawley Medical Park-Radiology CC Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade Health-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job
Description PERFORM RADIOLOGIC EXAMINATIONS TIMLEY, ACCURATELY AND
SAFELY FOR RADIOLOGIST INTERPRETATION • Timely- Assure the schedule
does not fall behind; exam delays are communicated to all
stakeholders. Exams are routed to PACS for interpretation as soon
as complete. • Accurately- per exam protocol using appropriate
anatomical markers and positioning aids. Images are free of
artifacts and motion. Assure exams are read in a timely manner and
all logs are completed. • Safely- All patients are screened for
patient and technologist identification, patient history, and
safety protocols. Medial history reviewed for exam indications and
contraindications. ASSURE THE RADIOLOGY SUITE AND ADJACENT CLINICAL
AND COMMON AREAS ARE PREPARED TO RECEIVE PATIENTS/VISITORS. •
Equipment- assure all needed equipment is available and in working
order, perform quality control per ACR and manufacturer - report
ASAP any equipment errors or downtime directly to the service
vendor and manager, as well as clinical staff. • Suite/Clinical and
common areas- assure all needed medical supplies are ordered and
stowed, assure exam room and patient areas are clean and equipment
is cleaned per manufacturer, OSHA, DHEC, and MUSC infection control
guidelines. Report any environmental issues timely to the manager.
SUPPORT CULTURE OF SAFETY System Improvement- consistently looks
for ways to improve safety by analyzing workflows, and work areas
and identifying barriers. • Ask Why? - • See something say
something- use reporting system. Actively participate in group
meetings by offering your comments and suggestions. • Address
problems of patient care as they arise and make decisions to
appropriately resolve the problem, involve an appropriate
supervisor or another member of the patient's care team as
necessary Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to
evaluate and appropriately respond to verbal and non-verbal
communication from patients' diverse stages of development.
Completes procedures following approved procedure protocols with
sufficient speed to promote departmental efficiency. Completes
required documentation for each procedure, both computer and
handwritten. Demonstrates technical competence in the operation of
imaging equipment, and the use of procedure related supplies.
Complete knowledge of related physics, anatomy, imaging techniques
and medical terminology. Introduces self to patients, explains the
procedure, assists the patient at the end of the procedure and
explains the next steps. Maintain a professional demeanor in
attitude, appearance, and communication. Obtains pertinent history,
verifies orders, and communicates effectively with co-workers and
other clinic staff to provide excellent patient care. Physical
Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions
while standing, walking, and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist,
kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands
and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions
with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions.
Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially
and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize
objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe
environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull
and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (/-) unassisted, exert up to
50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently
work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces. Additional Job
Description Education: Graduation from an accredited school of
radiologic technology. Experience: Zero to two years of modality
specific work experience. Registration/Certification: Must be
registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT) within 6 months of hire. Licensure from the South Carolina
Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current Basic
Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or
AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for
Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life
Support (ACLS) preferred. If you like working with energetic
enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The
Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity,
sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or
parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or
federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to
apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon
applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical
University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify
program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all
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