Ultrasound Tech - PRN

105 Carolinas Medical Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Carolinas Medical Center is seeking a part-time PRN Ultrasound Technologist to join the Ultrasound: MMP1 team. You will examine requests, verify orders, and assist Radiologists with invasive procedures, while ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety.

The role requires ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification, a graduate ultrasound program, and BLS. Strong interpersonal skills are essential to support patient-centered care in a busy Radiology department.

Qualifications

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required.
• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures.
• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.
• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.
• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.
• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

ARDMS/ARRT(S) certification

Graduate of ultrasound program

BLS certification

Job description

Department: 36322 Carolinas Medical Center - Ultrasound: MMP1 Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN Monday - Saturday 1st shift Pay Range: $42.00 - $42.00

Essential Functions

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient

Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures

Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department

Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.

Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.

Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.

Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.

Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.

Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always

Physical Requirements

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.

Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.

Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.

Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.

Intact sense of sight and hearing.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required.

Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred.

BLS required per policy guidelines.

Interpersonal skills required

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