Certified Ultrasound Technologist- The Medical Group

Baptist Memorial Health; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Germantown, TN seeks a Sonographer to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes precise technique and patient positioning, with documentation to support care quality.

Minimum qualifications include ARDMS/RVT registration or pending, with BLS within 14 days of hire. Recent Sonographer experience is preferred; basic computer literacy is required to operate and document using hospital

Qualifications

• Registered by ARDMS and/or 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid diagnosis and/or treatment.
• Develops procedure/treatment plan and implements it using hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment and work areas in a neat and safe condition for patient/staff safety.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure care meets standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARDMS or RVT registration or waiting for registry

BLS certification within 14 days of hire

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.

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.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

• 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.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

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

Preferred/Desired