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MUSC
Charleston, South Carolina

OR Radiologic Technologist - West Ashley

Imaging TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Job Description Summary

$10,000 sign-on bonus + up to $5,000 relocation assistance available

As a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist at MUSC, you have access to state-of-the-art imaging equipment to capture detailed X-ray images, assisting in the diagnosis and treatment planning for a wide range of medical conditions across 16 community hospitals including 3 level 1 trauma centers and many unique outpatient clinics across South Carolina. Radiologic Technology roles at MUSC are some of the most diverse, offering access to many different specialties as well as world class radiologists and providers.

  • Entity
  • Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
  • Worker Type
  • Employee
  • Worker Sub-Type
  • Regular
  • Cost Center
  • CC000689 CHS - Support - OR (Main)
  • Pay Rate Type
  • Hourly
  • Pay Grade
  • Health-26
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours
  • 40

Work Shift

  • Job Description
  • Compensation & Incentives
  • Sign-on bonus: $10,000
  • Relocation assistance: Up to $5,000 for eligible candidates
  • Additional pay: (call pay, overtime etc.)

Shift Details

  • Schedule: Days, Nights, Weekends
  • Hours: Varies based on shift

Responsibilities

Performs high-quality diagnostic radiographic examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.

  • Ensures diagnostic images are obtained accurately and efficiently for physician interpretation.
  • Prepares and administers contrast agents as directed and under the supervision of a physician.
  • Verifies patient identification, examination orders, and relevant clinical information prior to procedures.
  • Positions patients appropriately and operates radiographic equipment safely and effectively.
  • Maintains patient safety, comfort, and privacy throughout examinations.
  • Reviews images for quality and completeness and obtains additional images when necessary.
  • Follows radiation safety practices and applicable departmental and regulatory standards.
  • Documents examinations and patient information accurately in the appropriate electronic systems.
  • Maintains equipment and work areas in accordance with department standards and infection prevention protocols.
  • Additional Job Description
  • Additional Job Description

Required License Certification and Registration

  • Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
  • Experience: 0 to 2 years of modality specific work experience.

Required Registration/Certification

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) 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.

Why Join US

  • Competitive compensation + incentives
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for growth and specialization

Modern Equipment and Technology

Take the next step in your career—apply today to join a team committed to excellence in patient care.

Physical Requirements

  • (NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2)
  • Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift)
  • 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 200 feet, 50#, unassisted.
  • Ability to lift patients and move patients to 350#(+/-), assisted.
  • Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 72 inches, to 50#, unassisted.
  • Ability to lower objects, to 50#(+/-), from height of 72 inches, unassisted.
  • Ability to push/pull objects/patients to 350#(+/-), unassisted.
  • Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
  • 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 annua

Additional New Requirements

  • Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required
  • 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 newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: uscis.gov

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology and current BLS certification. Must hold or be eligible for ARRT registration and South Carolina radiation licensure.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Diagnostic imagingX-ray operationPatient positioningContrast agent administrationElectronic medical records

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

What does the Radiologic Technology market look like in South Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRadiologic Technology median $98k (middle half $88k–$109k)103 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingSouth Carolina index 93.7US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiologic Technology listings in South Carolina58 active1,660 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Radiologic Technology listings268 in the last 30 days171 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiologic Technology pay trend+5.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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7
<$85k
8
$85k-105k
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$105k-125k
4
$125k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,157 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About MUSC

Hospitals and Health Care
Charleston, South Carolina
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on Bonus: $10,000
Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000
Additional Pay (call pay, overtime)
Competitive Compensation
Flexible Scheduling Options
Supportive Team Environment
Opportunities for Growth and Specialization
Modern Equipment and Technology

Living in Charleston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$530k
Typical market rent
$2,288/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.0
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.