Ultrasound Tech PRN

Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital is seeking a Sonographer to operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment. This role involves performing ultrasound procedures on various anatomical areas and reporting findings to radiologists. Candidates should have formal training in ultrasound and be eligible for necessary certifications. Join our team to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Six months of formal training in clinical applications preferred.
• Registry in Abdomen and OB ultrasound required within 2 years.
• BLS certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality and timely routine diagnostic ultrasound studies.
• Assist radiologists during procedures and manage equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper usage of equipment.

Skills

Quality diagnostic ultrasound

Vascular studies

Clinical information provision

Education

Graduate of an approved school for Diagnostic Ultrasound

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Shift: Saturdays 8:00AM - 12:00PM ET or 12:00PM - 4:00PM ET; Call schedule: Minimum of 7 days per month of call (M-F 5:00PM - 11:00PM & Sat/Sun 8:30AM - 11:00PM ET - can pick your 7 days of call)

Position Goal

This is a technical position to operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and perform ultrasound procedures on various anatomical internal organs, peripheral vessels, fluid accumulations, masses and developing fetuses. To report preliminary findings, measurements and diagnoses to the Radiologist. To record scanned ultrasound images and transfer to PACS for interpretation after checking image quality. In addition to scanning, the duties include chart review, maintaining data logs as required. Sonographers are expected to provide clinical information pertinent to the exams performed for the Radiologist.

Position Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to perform quality and timely routine diagnostic ultrasound studies and render accurate written summaries.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform quality vascular studies.
• Assist the radiologists and/or other physician during procedures by providing assistance with equipment and by providing adequate and appropriate supplies needed to complete the procedure.
• Participate in the care of the equipment by proper usage and storage of the probes, and maintaining the cleanliness of equipment.
• Complete and close out all procedures in the computer system daily.
• Participate in “on-call” schedule as department needs. Must respond to initial call back within 30 minutes and arrive at hospital within 45 minutes

Experience: Six months of formal training that includes hands on clinical applications

Education: Graduate of an approved school for Diagnostic Ultrasound with a minimum of 6 months formal training in Ultrasound preferred.

Special Qualifications:

Required:

• Must have or be eligible for Registry in Abdomen and OB ultrasound.
• Registry required within 2 years.
• BLS certification required

Preferred:

• Vascular registry preferred.
• Proficient in all areas of diagnostic ultrasound. ARDMS preferred.

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.