Sonographer III - Diagnostic Ultrasound

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

Nash UNC Health Care seeks a Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist to produce ultrasound images and perform studies under Radiologist direction. You will ensure image quality, patient safety, and proper technique while educating staff and students.

Responsibilities include abdominal and pelvic scans, assisting in invasive procedures, maintaining equipment, and documenting results. Per Diem schedule: day shift with 8-hour blocks; ARRT registration and an accredited Ultrasound program are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Ultrasonography or Radiologic Technology with on-the-job training to meet qualifications.
• Current ARRT registration with up-to-date CE credits is required.
• Registered in two ultrasound sub-specialties or one sub-specialty with ARDMS credentials is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produces ultrasound images and examinations (abdominal and other areas) under radiologist direction.
• Maintains patient care, safety, and sterile technique and provides education to staff and students.
• Operates and maintains sonographic equipment and documents results in the patient record.
• Coordinates with physicians and nursing staff and supports departmental operations.

Skills

Patient care

Ultrasound imaging

ARRT registration

Education

Associate's Degree in Ultrasonography

ARRT registration

ADMS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

Produces ultrasonic images and participates in special studies under the clinical direction of a Radiologist. Takes responsibility for image quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations. Participates in the ultrasound on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Produces Ultrasound images and examinations, abdominal scans and scans of other anatomical areas to include, but not limited to:
• Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions;
• Reviews pathology reports for correlation with sonograms;
• Performs water enemas and retrograde filling of bladder for pelvic scans, as needed;
• Takes and monitors vital signs;
• Adjusts and controls equipment;
• Reviews film for clinically acceptable results and releases patients;
• Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, supplies and contrasts;
• Assists physician during invasive procedures
• Applies AIUM guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
• Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
• Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and nursing staff.
• Operates and maintains sonographic equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.
• Documents to the patient record
• As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of sonographic procedures to other employees, new employees and students.
• Performs clerical, darkroom, film processing, patient transportation and other miscellaneous functions in support of operations.

Other Information

• Associates Degree - Graduation from an accredited school or program of Ultrasonography or Registered Radiologic Technologist with on-the-job training to meet qualifications.
• Current registration with ARRT with up to date continuing education credits
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers with up to date continuing education credits
• Registered in two ultrasound sub-specialties or registered in one ultrasound sub-specialty
• 1 year of experience in Healthcare/Medical - Healthcare-Other with Clinical Sonography experience

Job Details

• Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
• Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
• Organization Unit: NGH Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Work Type: Per Diem
• Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00
• Work Schedule: Day Job
• Location of Job: NASH HC
• Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No