Breast Ultrasound Technologist-PRN

Davita Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Ultrasonographer in Atlanta. The position involves performing body imaging for diverse patient populations and ensuring quality image production for diagnostics. Candidates must be skilled in patient care, imaging technologies, and hold relevant certifications, making this a rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have completed a one-year program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) required at hire in either Abdomen or OB/GYN.

Responsibilities

• Performs total body imaging for various patients under the direction of a Radiologist.
• Provides patient care essential to ultrasound imaging.
• Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action.

Skills

Patient care

Proficiency in Metricide testing

Knowledge of probe sterilization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One-year program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS)

Tools

PACS/EPIC

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths for experienced professionals. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages of your career, you can find a rewarding career at Grady!

SUMMARY:

The Ultrasonographer, under the direction of a Radiologist, performs total body imaging for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients in various body planes which results in the production of quality images for diagnostic interpretation. Sonographic studies include, but are not limited to: abdomen, vascular, non-pregnant pelvic, and small parts. Provides patient care that is essential to ultrasound imaging, recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action, and initiates life support measures. Assists in the optimization of patient flow and study completion.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have successfully completed a one-year program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography that is approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) at time of hire in either Abdomen or OB/GYN with an 18-month contingency to become registered in both; OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Sonography (S).

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

• Must be proficient in Metricide testing and demonstrate knowledge of the probe sterilization process.

• Proficient in using PACS/EPIC preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual