Ultrasound Tech, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to operate ultrasound equipment and perform clinical exams according to standards. You will provide patient services and communicate with radiologists and staff. The role spans neonatal to geriatric patients.

The position requires completion of an approved diagnostic sonography program; ARDMS/ARRT registry eligibility and BCLS certification are required; 1 year of experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved diagnostic sonography program.
• No experience required; 1 year preferred.
• ARDMS/ARRT registry eligible and BCLS certification required.
• Breast ultrasound licensure can be met with ARRT/ARDMS.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic exams and routine invasive procedures.
• Provides patient services and care across neonatal to geriatric age groups.
• Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Skills

Ultrasound exam

Patient care

Cross-sectional anatomy

Team communication

Education

CAAHEP Diagnostic Sonography Program

ARRT registry eligible

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