Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist - Atrium Health University/North Charlotte OBGYN FT

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures as requested by physicians. The role requires producing high-quality images and documenting results for patient records.

Candidates must hold a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer license, with a preference for those with OBGYN experience. Additional certifications such as Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Imaging may be required by the department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Successful completion of Ultrasound Training Program preferred.
• Current license Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required.
• OBGYN experience preferred.
• Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Imaging certified may be required based on department.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures as requested by the physician.
• Produces images for ultrasound diagnosis with independent judgment and initiative.
• Documents test results and maintains hard copy images.
• Handles preventive maintenance on ultrasound equipment at designated intervals as described in the equipment manuals.
• Inspects equipment daily and documents needed repairs.
• Maintains patient records as directed by hospital policy and procedure.
• Orders supplies and maintains inventory and orders supplies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Ultrasound Training Program

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer license

OBGYN experience

Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Imaging certification

Job description

Essential Functions

• Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures as requested by the physician.
• Produces a variety of procedures that require independent judgment and initiative to create images for ultrasound diagnosis.
• Documents tests results and maintains hard copy images.
• Handles preventive maintenance on ultrasound equipment at designated intervals as described in the equipment manuals.
• Inspects equipment daily and documents needed repairs.
• Maintains patient records as directed by hospital policy and procedure.
• Orders supplies and maintains inventory and orders supplies.

Physical Requirements

Requires constant walking, standing, sitting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 50 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Must possess an intact sense of sight, hear, smell, touch and finger dexterity. May occasionally have low exposure to radiation and possible exposure to communicable disease.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Successful completion of Ultrasound Training Program preferred. Current license Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required. OBGYN experience preferred. Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Imaging certified may be required based on department.