Ultrasound Tech, PRN

Piedmont-Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a qualified ultrasound technologist to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and assist with routine invasive procedures. The role requires completion of an approved CAAHEP or ARRT-recognized program and ARDMS/ARRT registry eligibility with BCLS on hire.

No experience is required, though 1 year of experience is preferred. ARDMS or ARRT certification and ongoing credentialing support are available as part of the hospital's radiology team.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: an approved CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or ARRT-approved program.
• No experience required; 1 year preferred.
• ARDMS/ARRT registry eligible required and BCLS mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards.
• Provide patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment and communicate effectively with staff and radiologists.

Skills

Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy

Effective communication

Education

CAAHEP/ARRT approved Sonography Program

Job description

Overview

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Responsibilities

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Qualifications

Education

• an approved CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or an approved Sonography Program by the ARRT. Required or

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• 1 year of experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• ARDMS/ARRT(s) registry eligible Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Licensure requirement for Breast Ultrasound can be met with registration through ARRT (BS), or ARDMS

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Augusta Hospital