Ultrasound Tech PRN

HCA Healthcare; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) match

Education support

Fertility assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mission Hospital McDowell in Marion, North Carolina, is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist to operate ultrasound equipment and produce high-quality imaging under physician orders. The role requires ARDMS/ARRT registry at hire, BCLS, and completion of CEUs to maintain certification.

The technologist will work independently with safe, efficient patient care and may perform various ARDMS specialties. Continuing education, solid communication, and the ability to act autonomously in emergencies

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program is required.
• AR DMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire is required; Vascular Ultrasound Registry within 12 months.
• Must complete required CEU’s to maintain certification. BCLS certified.
• Preferred: ARDMS in multiple specialties.
• Must participate in section QA programs and meet re-certification guidelines.
• Preferred: 12 months experience in ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to image designated body areas under physician order.
• Produce high-quality imaging studies independently and efficiently.
• Assess emergencies and communicate findings clearly.
• May perform invasive and non-invasive procedures and assist physicians as needed.
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to SOPs.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Communication

Independent work

Emergency assessment

Education

Graduate of accredited ultrasound program

Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Ultrasound Tech PRN with Mission Hospital McDowell you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

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

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

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

• Time away from work programs 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 support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

style="font-size:11.0pt;">Mission Hospital McDowell (https://missionhealth.org/member-hospitals/mcdowell/) , a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a community hospital serving McDowell, Burke and Rutherford counties. Located in Marion, North Carolina, Mission Hospital McDowell operates 30 beds, including 5 labor and delivery suites. Medical specialties offered include family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, emergency medicine, general surgery, orthopedics, urology, obstetrics and gynecology, and walk-in, non-emergency care at Mission My Care Now McDowell. Five of Mission Hospital McDowell’s primary care practices have been recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as Rural Health Clinics.

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