Radiologic Technologist - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC, seeks a Staff Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging per physician orders, applying ALARA principles and ensuring patient safety and image quality.

The role requires ARRT registration or eligibility, SCRQSA licensure, BLS, and a graduate radiologic technology program. This PRN position offers hourly pay and rotating shifts within Diagnostic Radiology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT registered or ARRT eligible.
• SCRQSA license is required.
• Advanced ARRT certification preferred.
• BLS with American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
• Apply radiation safety principles and ALARA standards.
• Ensure proper patient identification, positioning, and image quality.
• Provide patient care essential to imaging procedures, including monitoring patient condition.
• Recognize emergencies and initiate life support if necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records.
• Ensure imaging equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and staff.
• Comply with hospital policies and accreditation standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Quality image acquisition

Safety awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Imaging equipment operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Staff Radiologic Technologist provides high-quality patient care and diagnostic imaging services using various imaging modalities. This role performs diagnostic procedures in accordance with physician orders, applies radiation protection principles including ALARA standards, and exercises professional judgment to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The technologist maintains strong working relationships with patients, medical staff, and colleagues while supporting departmental and hospital objectives.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000134 CHE - Diagnostic Radiology (CMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures in accordance with established protocols and physician orders
• Apply radiation safety principles and maintain compliance with ALARA standards
• Ensure proper patient identification, positioning, and image quality
• Provide patient care essential to imaging procedures, including monitoring patient condition
• Recognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate life support measures when necessary
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records
• Ensure imaging equipment is properly maintained and functioning
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with patients, physicians, nursing staff, and other departments
• Comply with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards

PRN Status Clause

This is a PRN (as-needed) position. The selected candidate must be available to work at least 12 hours bi-weekly, based on departmental needs.

• Additional hours may be required at the request of the supervisor to meet departmental objectives.
• Work hours may increase or decrease depending on patient volume and operational needs.
• Schedule flexibility is required.

Additional Job Description

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or ARRT eligible
• South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) license is required
• Advanced ARRT certification preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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