Pediatric Radiologic Technologist – PRN

About the role

As a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist at MUSC, you will use state-of-the-art imaging equipment to capture detailed X-ray images that assist in diagnosing and planning treatment for a wide range of medical conditions. This role spans 16 community hospitals—including three Level 1 trauma centers—and numerous unique outpatient clinics across South Carolina. Radiologic Technology roles at MUSC are among the most diverse, offering exposure to many specialties and collaboration with world-class radiologists and providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic radiographic examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Ensure diagnostic images are obtained accurately and efficiently for physician interpretation.
• Prepare and administer contrast agents as directed and under the supervision of a physician.
• Verify patient identification, examination orders, and relevant clinical information prior to procedures.
• Position patients appropriately and operate radiographic equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain patient safety, comfort, and privacy throughout examinations.
• Review images for quality and completeness and obtain additional images when necessary.
• Follow radiation safety practices and applicable departmental and regulatory standards.
• Document examinations and patient information accurately in the appropriate electronic systems.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in accordance with department standards and infection prevention protocols.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• 0 to 2 years of modality-specific work experience.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); if not registered, must obtain the registry within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, either from the American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing (continuous).
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting (infrequent).
• Ability to perform job functions while walking (continuous).
• Ability to climb ladders/step stools (frequent to infrequent).
• Ability to work indoors (continuous).
• Ability to work from elevated areas, specifically step stools (frequent to infrequent).
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces (infrequent).
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions (frequent).
• Ability to bend at the waist (frequent).
• Ability to twist at the waist (frequent).
• Ability to squat and perform job functions (frequent).
• Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations (frequent).
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms (continuous).
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (continuous).
• Ability to fully use both legs (continuous).
• Ability to reach in all directions (continuous).
• Possess good finger dexterity (continuous).
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions (continuous).
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function (continuous).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted for up to 200 feet.
• Ability to lift patients and move patients up to 350 pounds assisted.
• Ability to lift objects from floor level to a height of 72 inches, up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
• Ability to lower objects from a height of 72 inches, up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
• Ability to push/pull objects/patients up to 350 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand (continuous).
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance (continuous).
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors (continuous).
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception (continuous).
• Good peripheral vision capabilities (continuous).
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction (continuous).
• Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements (continuous).
• Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, and equipment as required.