Ultrasound Tech PRN

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with employer match

Education support and tuition guidance

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to operate ultrasound equipment, produce high-quality images, and assist physicians under standard procedures. You will work independently with strong communication skills, ensure patient safety, and may pursue ARDMS/ARRT certifications while complying with QA programs.

The role supports ARDMS specialties and requires 12 months of ultrasound experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related profession.
• ARDMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire; vascular registry within 12 months.
• CEU requirements to maintain certification; BCLS certified.
• AR DMS in multiple specialties preferred.
• Participation in QA programs and re-certification guidelines.
• 12 months ultrasound experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to image designated body parts according to physician orders.
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to standard operating procedures.
• Provide patient care in a timely, professional, and safe manner; assist physicians as needed.
• Participate in QA activities and ongoing education; work with ARDMS specialties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Bachelor's degree in healthcare related profession

ARDMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound

Vascular Ultrasound Registry within 12 months of hire

BCLS certified

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Job Summary and Qualifications

The ultrasound technologist operates ultrasound equipment to make quality images of designated portions of the body under the direct order of a physician and in accordance with standard operating procedures. Accomplishes patient care in a timely, professional, efficient, and safe manner. The ultrasound technologist must be able to think and act independently and assess emergency situations accurately. Good oral and written communication skills are required. The Ultrasound Technologist may be required to perform invasive and non-invasive procedures on a variety of patients, utilize sterile techniques and assist physicians as necessary throughout the Mission Health System. Continuing education, learned skills and experience will be utilized. This position will function without constant supervision to produce superior quality imaging studies. Depending on the needs of the specific department, the Ultrasound Technologist may routinely work in additional ARDMS specialty certifications. This includes but is not limited to; Abdomen (AB), Vascular (RVT), Breast (BR), Fetal Echo (FE), Neurosonology (NE), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) or Pediatric Sonography (PS).

What qualifications you will need:

• Required Education: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related profession.
• Required License: ARDMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire. Additionally, Vascular Ultrasound Registry from either ARDMS, ARRT or CCI must be obtained within 12 months of hire date for Ultrasound positions at independent diagnostic testing facilities (IDTFs). Must complete required CEU’s to maintain certification. BCLS certified.
• Preferred License: ARDMS in multiple specialties.
• Required QA: Technologist must participate in section QA programs as necessary and complete required educational guidelines in addition to the ARRT, ARDMS or CCI re-certification guidelines.
• Preferred Experience: 12 months previous experience in ultrasound

Benefits

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson and the surrounding counties. Located on Highway 64 between the towns of Highlands and Cashiers, the hospital offers 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient care, rehabilitation, as well as long-term care through Eckerd Living Center. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has 24 beds for acute care services and 80 beds in the Eckerd Living Center. Ambulatory services are also available, including therapy services and primary care practices serving both Highlands and Cashiers.

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