Certified Ultrasound Technologist

Baptist; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Mississippi is seeking a Sonographer to perform imaging procedures per radiology practice standards to aid diagnosis and treatment. The role includes planning and executing procedures, documenting results, and maintaining equipment in a safe, organized environment.

Preferred candidates will be ARDMS or RVT registered, with BLS certification within two weeks of hire, and a willingness to participate in performance-improvement activities to uphold patient care standards.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ARDMS and/or RVT registry required; proof of registry within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principles/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARDMS or RVT registration

Job description

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred Experience

Recent experience as a Sonographer.

Education

Minimum Required

Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 120 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire date.

Training

Minimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Minimum RequiredPreferred/Desired

NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 120 DAYS OF HIRE;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;RVT;ARDMS