Technologist-Ultrasound, Longstreet

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform ultrasound procedures with minimal supervision and provide diagnostic imaging for patient care.

The role requires ARDMS Physics registration, current BLS, and a high school diploma or GED, with potential for growth within a collaborative imaging team.

NGHS emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality imaging across multiple facilities in the region.

Qualifications

• ARDMS Physics registration is required.
• Current BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited ARDMS program.
• Minimum experience: 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Operate all sonographic equipment according to equipment specifications.
• Produce quality sonograms within department standards.
• Follow radiation safety practices when applicable and monitor exposure.
• Maintain patient records according to department standards.
• Exhibit teamwork and participate in departmental activities.
• Assess patients for exams and document findings and prep details.
• Provide patient education and document in the patient record.
• Utilize RIS and CPAC procedures accurately and completely.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including non-technical tasks.

Skills

ARDMS Physics registration

BLS certification

High school diploma

ARDMS program graduate

1 year experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role: Job Summary

Performs ultrasound procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply ultrasound for sonographic diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Must be ARDMS registered in Physics.
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Educational Requirements: High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of accredited ARDMS Program.
• Minimum Experience: Other:
• Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: One (1) year experience. Other:

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Operate all sonographic equipment according to equipment specifications.
• Produce quality sonograms consistently within department standards.
• Follow good radiation safety practices when applicable (i.e., shielding, film badge monitoring) according to state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain patient records according the department standards.
• Exhibits team participation.
• Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, involve nurse when indicated, compliance with OB/GYN specific guidelines).
• Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record.
• Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, fluoro time, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), and CPAC procedures when indicated.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including: non-technical duties as assigned i.e., stock rooms, training of new staff, special projects and other duties.

Physical Demands

Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%

Job Requires:

Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties.

Learn more at www.nghs.com.