Technologist-Ultrasound Certified

Baptist Memorial Health; Carthage (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Sonographer to perform imaging procedures and assist in diagnosis and treatment according to radiology standards.

The role requires ARDMS/RVT registration (or eligibility for new graduates) and BLS certification within 14 days of hire, with strong computer skills. The candidate will work on-site in Mississippi and contribute to patient care within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• ARDMS and/or RVT registration required or pending for new graduates.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• Proficient with basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards; develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan and implements it following hospital protocols.
• Documents procedures to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure rooms, and work areas in a safe condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure patient care aligns with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARDMS/RVT registry (or eligible for new graduate)

Job description

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Preferred/Desired

• Recent experience as a Sonographer.

Education

Minimum Required

• Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 120 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire date.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 120 DAYS OF HIRE;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;RVT;ARDMS