Cardiac Sonographer
Camden, SC
Planet Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Location: Camden, South Carolina
• Facility: MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 12 months

Job Description

• Position/Specialty: EchoVascular Tech (Dual Cert)
• Shift: 5x8s, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM (4 shifts at MUSC Health Kershaw and 1 shift at the South Carolina Department of Corrections)
• Daily Caseload: 6-8 patients
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, every 3rd Saturday (8 AM - 12 PM)
• Floating Requirement: Yes, between service lines and sister facilities

Requirements

• Experience: At least 1 year required; first-timers accepted
• Certifications:

  • National Certifications: ARDMS RVT/RDCS (AE) and CCI RCS/RVS
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Radiation Badge required
• Local Radius: 60-mile radius
• Locals Accepted: Yes, at 10% less than the posted rate

Miscellaneous Information

• On-call Requirement: No
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility can call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• RTO Restrictions: All RTO must be included at the time of submission; approval based on facility needs
• Block Schedule: Requires manager's approval upon request

Hospital Highlights

• Type of Facility: Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 119
• Charting System: Epic

Documentation and Compliance

• Required Documents:

  • Attestation confirming work eligibility in the US
  • Copy of Driver's License
  • Copy of Social Security Card
  • Various certifications (ACLS, BLS, PALS, etc.)
  • Background check and references
  • Employment application including all PTO and contract assignments
  • Education verification (diploma or transcripts)

Health Requirements

• Physical Exam: Required within 90 days of start
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap vaccine required within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Annual flu vaccination documentation required
  • COVID-19 vaccinations highly preferred

Additional Notes

• Travelers must complete various facility-specific documents and modules prior to starting.
• All verification items must be initiated within 48 hours after signing the contract.

This overview provides essential information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this position at MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center.