Pediatric Ultrasound Technologist PRN

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an entry-level ultrasound technician to perform ultrasound examinations for patients of all ages. You will operate ultrasound equipment, capture high-quality images, and prepare patients for procedures under physician guidance.

Required ARRT(S) or ARDMS certification, along with BLS, and graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. This is a PRN, hourly positon with weekend and shift variability.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• ARRT (S) or ARDMS certification required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• 1 year Ultrasound/Sonography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Performs sonographic examinations to locate and evaluate data.
• Records test results and inspects/maintains equipment.
• Reviews physician requisitions and patient prep for ultrasound.
• Performs portable exams in various settings.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Anatomical knowledge

Patient preparation

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary: Performs ultrasound procedures at the entry level requiring knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology. Must be able to perform high quality ultrasound examination for interpretation by a physician on children, adolescents and adults. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000738 CHS - Ultrasound (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4 Work Shift

Job Description

• Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce images of the body's organs and tissues for diagnostic purposes.
• Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data.
• Records test results, inspects and maintains equipment, and orders supplies when needed.
• Reviews physician requisition orders and instructions concerning patient preparation for ultrasound procedure.
• Job requires the ability to perform portable exams in a variety of settings.

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Experience: At least 1 year of Ultrasound/Sonography experience preferred.

Required Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (S) or Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients.

MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children's Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet hospitals in South Carolina.