REG ELIG ULTRASOUND TECH - RAD

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St.-Bernards-Healthcare in a hospital environment seeks an ultrasound technologist who operates ultrasound equipment and supports diagnostic imaging under radiologist supervision. The position requires an allied health degree and registry eligibility, with preference for candidates who have prior ultrasound experience and familiarity with PACS and patient monitoring.

Normal hospital duties include standing, walking, and lifting up to 30 lbs; this safety-sensitive role adheres to the substance

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an allied health field required; meets registry requirements by the Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Two years experience preferred; knowledge of ultrasound phases and operation of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a radiologist and the supervision of the department manager/PSM, performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.

Skills

Ultrasound operation

PACS access

Patient monitoring

Education

Associate degree in Allied Health

ARDMS registry eligibility

Job description

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Minimum of an Associate degree in an allied health field required. Candidate must meet requirements for registry by the Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Experience

Two years experience preferred. Sufficient working knowledge of the different phases of ultrasound including the operation of assigned equipment. Associates degree in an Allied Health field or certificate of completion of coursework and graduate within six months with degree plan. Candidates must meet requirement for registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonongraphers.

Physical

Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing within normal range. Occasional exposure to chemical hazards. Operates ultrasound machine, computer, patient monitoring, PACS, and CR’s when applicable. Continuous standing and walking, frequent bending and stooping, Lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 300lbs.

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of a radiologist and the supervision of the department manager/PSM, performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.