Mammography - Ultrasound Technologist

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision care

Behavioral health

Telemedicine

Job summary

HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital is seeking a Mammography - Ultrasound Technologist to join our Medical Imaging team. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound and mammography procedures, ensuring image quality, and supporting radiology operations under radiologist protocols.

Qualified candidates will hold BLS, ARRT Radiography, SCRQSA licensure, and ARDMS certification with BR within 6 months. Mammography education and clinicals are preferred; prior ultrasound experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• BLS-Healthcare Provider certification is required.
• ARRT-R Radiography eligibility or registry eligibility is required.
• RT Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer credential is required.
• SCRQSA registry licensure is required.
• ARDMS certification is required; BR certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Graduate of an AMA approved Ultrasound school with Mammography education, clinicals and readiness to sit for Mammography Registry (preferred).
• Previous Ultrasound Technologist experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound and radiology equipment to perform diagnostic procedures as directed by radiologists.
• Prepare room and equipment, select technical factors, and ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Assist physicians during invasive procedures and support clerical, scheduling, and inventory tasks as needed.
• Supervise students as assigned by the area supervisor and ensure licensure/training requirements are met.

Skills

BLS Healthcare Provider

ARRT Radiography

Radiologic Technologist / Radiographer

SCRQSA licensure

ARDMS certification

Mammography education & registry prep

Ultrasound technologist experience

Education

AMA approved Ultrasound school

Mammography education & clinicals

Job description

• BLS-Healthcare Provider

Do you have the career opportunities as a Mammography - Ultrasound Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic procedures with the use of ultrasound, with protocols outlined by the radiologist. Operates diagnostic equipment, processes images, and prepares room with necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure. The ultrasound technologist is responsible for selecting proper technical factors, producing diagnostic quality images, and competent in the operation of equipment. Assistance is also needed by the physicians during invasive procedures. Other duties include, but are not limited to, clerical, scheduling, transportation, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning and anything deemed necessary by the medical imaging management team. Job may include direct supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor. Employee must have the same licensure or have completed the same training to satisfy the requirements of the discipline of the student. Direct supervision means the primary caregiver is readily available to the student throughout the shift.

Mammography technologist performs examinations, with protocols as outlined by the Radiologist. Operates diagnostic equipment, verifying images, and prepares room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure. The mammography technologist is responsible for selecting proper technical factors, producing diagnostic quality radiographs, safe and competent operation of radiographic equipment, maintain compliance on all accredited and regulatory requirements. Other duties include, but are not limited to, clerical, scheduling, transportation, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning, and anything deemed necessary by the Medical Imaging Management Team. Job may include direct supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor. Employee must have the same licensure or have completed the same training to satisfy the requirements of the discipline of the student. Direct supervision means the primary caregiver is readily available to the student throughout the shift.

What qualifications you will need:

• BLS-Healthcare Provider
• (ARRT-R) Radiography or Registry eligible
• (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer
• SCRQSA registry licensure required
• Certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required. BR certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Graduate of an AMA approved Ultrasound school. Completed Mammography education, clinicals and ready to sit for Mammography Registry; Mammography Registry preferred
• Previous Ultrasound Technologist preferred.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Founded in 1975, HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital has been serving patients and families throughout Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties for 50 years. As a 320+ bed Level II Trauma Center, HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services, advanced specialty care, and 24/7 emergency treatment, earning recognition as the#1 Trauma Center in the Lowcountry.

Key Highlights

• Award-winning Heart Center
• Home to the South Carolina Institute for Robotic Surgery
• Comprehensive breast health services through the Trident Breast Care Center
• Features the Joseph M. Still Burn Clinic, the region’s only outpatient burn clinic for patients of all ages
• Provides 24/7 Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage
• Healthgrades Five-Star recipient for cardiovascular care, neurosciences, critical care, and patient safety outcomes

Expanded Emergency Access

In addition to emergency departments at Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center, the health system operates four freestanding emergency rooms (FSERs) offering 24/7 emergency care:

• Brighton Park Emergency (Summerville)
• Centre Pointe Emergency (North Charleston)
• James Island Emergency (Charleston)
• Moncks Corner Medical Center (Berkeley County)
• Long Point Free Standing ED coming soon!

Together, these facilities provide convenient, around-the-clock access to emergency services across the greater Charleston region.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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