Ultrasonographer

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System seeks an Ultrasonographer to perform ultrasound studies across OB, GYN, abdominal, vascular, and small body parts. The role includes image processing, study tracking, and PACS acquisition to ensure high-quality exams.

Proficiency in selecting technical factors and accurate measurements is required. Per diem schedule and fast-paced clinical environment expected.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited ultrasound technology program, or 10 years of Ultrasound experience.
• Must be registered or registry eligible for one of the following: ultrasound physics, OB/GYN, abdomen, vascular and small body parts.
• Must be ARDMS registry eligible with completion of one registration within 1 year from date of hire.
• Vascular registration is preferred in addition to the above mentioned registries.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR provided courses such as Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment with knowledge of positioning patients and anatomy and physiology.
• Proficient in OB, GYN, Abdomen, vascular and small body parts; perform exams.
• Track each study and perform PACS acquisition; set technical factors for optimal images.
• Surveys with measurements of anatomical parts and processes images for quality ultrasound services.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD

The following opportunity is available as of 10/02/26: Ultrasonographer | Per Diem

Summary of the Job

Manipulates ultrasound equipment, using knowledge of positioning patients and general anatomy and physiology as well as the ability for processing these images. Must be proficient in OB, GYN, Abdominal, vascular and small body parts. Must be registry eligible for same. Responsible for the tracking of each study and the PACS acquisition of the study performed. Selects technical factors necessary to produce optimum quality ultrasound images; surveys with measurements of anatomical body part, processes those images and performs a variety of other duties consistent with providing quality ultrasound services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited ultrasound technology program, or 10 years of Ultrasound experience.
• Must be registered or registry eligible for one of the following: ultrasound physics, OB/GYN, abdomen, vascular and small body parts.
• Must be ARDMS registry eligible with completion of one registration within 1 year from date of hire.
• Vascular registration is preferred in addition to the above mentioned registries.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
• Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - lifting, reaching, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - carrying, pushing/pulling, handling/feeling, talking
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today's life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.