Ultrasound Tech PRN

Mission Health; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Education support through tuition assistance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee counseling

Job summary

A healthcare organization in North Carolina seeks an Ultrasound Tech PRN responsible for operating ultrasound equipment to create quality images and providing patient care. Ideal candidates must be a graduate of an accredited ultrasound program with strong communication skills and independent judgment. Responsibilities include performing both invasive and non-invasive procedures while adhering to safety protocols. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire.
• Vascular Ultrasound Registry must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• BCLS certified.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to create quality images.
• Carry out patient care in a timely, professional manner.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures utilizing sterile techniques.
• Maintain sterile technique and participate in QA as required.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to think and act independently

Assessment of emergency situations

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related profession

Job description

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

Job Summary And Qualifications

The ultrasound technologist operates ultrasound equipment to create 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 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, utilizing sterile techniques and assist physicians as necessary throughout the Mission Health System. Continuing education, learned skills, and experience will be utilized. The position functions without constant supervision to produce superior quality imaging studies. Depending on the needs of the specific department, the technologist may routinely work in additional ARDMS specialty certifications, such as Abdomen (AB), Vascular (RVT), Breast (BR), Fetal Echo (FE), Neurosonology (NE), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), or Pediatric Sonography (PS).

Qualifications

• Required Education: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in a 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 CEUs 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

• 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.