While attending Oxford High School, Ghiaciuc was a three-sport standout in football, wrestling, and track and field.

An unrestricted free agent after the 2008 season, Ghiaciuc signed with the Kansas City Chiefs on April 30.

Ghiaciuc was signed by the San Diego Chargers on December 22, 2009, after center Scott Mruczkowski was placed on injured reserve.

Ghiaciuc was a member of the Florida Tuskers' (United Football League) minicamp roster in June 2010.

Ghiaciuc was signed by the Miami Dolphins on November 22, 2010, after placing Cory Procter on injured reserve.