Radiologic Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures for adult and/or pediatric patients, applying ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. The role requires sound knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology, strong technical competency, initiative, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The technologist performs examinations according to established protocols while maintaining image quality, patient safety, and efficient workflow. Duties include patient screening, exam documentation, and image verification in RIS and PACS to support timely physician interpretation. The position provides safe, compassionate, patient-centered care; maintains a clean, compliant environment; follows radiation-safety and quality standards; and contributes to staff and student onboarding and training. The technologist participates in performance-improvement activities, staff meetings, lunch-and-learns, and quality meetings, and may rotate to other locations as needed for training or staffing. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
Obtain registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within six months of hire.
Hold licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).
Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers course or recognized equivalent, or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider certification.
Zero to two years of modality-specific work experience.
Skills in general and orthopedic examinations, serving patients from pediatric to geriatric populations.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiologic examinations in accordance with established protocols.
Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology.
Maintain image quality, productivity, patient safety, and efficient workflow.
Complete patient screening and exam documentation, and verify images in RIS and PACS.
Provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the imaging process.
Support onboarding and training of staff and students and foster a positive work and learning environment.
Participate in performance-improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, patient, employee, and physician satisfaction, and safety.
Participate in staff meetings, lunch-and-learns, and quality meetings.
Maintain a professional demeanor in attitude, appearance, and communication.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant environment; use sterile technique as applicable and follow universal precautions.
Comply with radiation-safety, quality, and organizational standards.
Use the Shield reporting platform for events that occur outside the norm.
Rotate to other locations as needed for training or staffing.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary.