Ultrasound Tech

Universal Health Services; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonuses

Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus

Competitive Compensation & Generous PT

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Tuition/Certification Reimbursement

401(K) with company match

Job summary

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Tech to join our imaging team. The role focuses on preparing rooms, operating ultrasound equipment, and assisting Radiologists during procedures in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, sending images to PACS, adhering to the Universal Protocol, and providing patient care across age groups, with ARDMS licensure and BLS required or obtained within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiography or Sonography required (CAAHEP approved).
• One year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares room, equipment, contrast media and materials for procedures.
• Maintains clean and stocked procedure room daily.
• Checks equipment daily and notifies if not functioning.
• Prepares patient for procedure and assists during imaging.
• Sends images to PACS and verifies availability for interpretation.

Skills

Ultrasound procedures

Patient care

Radiography knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Radiography or Sonography (CAAHEP approved)

Tools

RadNet

Job description

Responsibilities

Ultrasound Tech - PRN

Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273‑bed acute care facility located in Aiken, South Carolina.

• Prepares room, equipment, contrast media and materials as needed for procedures.
• Maintains clean and stocked procedure room on a daily basis.
• Properly checks equipment daily, and ensures equipment is working properly. If equipment is not functioning properly, notifies appropriate person.
• Prepares patient for procedure – explains procedure, transfers patient to examination table, positions patient correctly, and assists patient at end of procedure.
• Sends images to PACS appropriately and verifies all are available for interpretation in a timely manner.
• Performs general clerical, file room, and transportation duties when needed to fulfill the workload of the department.
• Practices patient care according to ARMC policy.
• Considers age‑related factors in obtaining images or performing diagnostic or therapeutic imaging studies. Applies knowledge of age related factors appropriately to patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics.
• Regularly accepts additional work during period of low patient activity, and demonstrates a willingness to assist others within the department as requested.
• Assists Radiologists during procedures and takes films as requested.
• Knowledgeable in proper sequence of scheduling exams for entire department.
• Responsible for knowing and maintaining the measurements described in the Universal Protocol policy.
• Charges procedures in RadNet accurately and immediately after procedure is performed.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in ultrasound procedures.
• Obtain and correctly document verbal and telephone orders per facility policy (only applies to ARRT licensed staff).
• Rotates to other imaging departments as needed; participates in holiday and on‑call rotation requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefit Highlights

• Sign On Bonuses for select positions
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
• Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education: Minimum of Associate degree in Radiography or Sonography from CAAHEP approved school of Ultrasound.

Experience: One‑year experience preferred.

License or Registration Requirements: Registry by ARDMS. BLS (or obtained within 90 days of employment).

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