Ultrasound Tech, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Smiths Station (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking an Ultrasound Tech (PRN) to operate ultrasound equipment and perform diagnostic exams in a clinical setting. You will provide patient services, apply knowledge of anatomy, and support radiologists. Candidates must graduate from an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or JRCERT accredited program.

ARDMS registration is required within 6 months; RVT/RVS or RT(S)/RT(VS) may be needed for vascular or breast ultrasound. BLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or JRCERT accredited training program.
• None? Prior experience not required.
• AR DMS registration within 6 months of employment; vascular sonographers may require RVT/RVS/RT(S)/RT(VS) within 6 months; breast ultrasound registration through ARRT (BS) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures.
• Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology.
• Provides patient care to all age groups (neonatal, pediatric, adult, geriatrics).
• Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Education

AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

JRCERT accredited program

Job description

Responsibilities:

Ultrasound Tech, PRN, Piedmont Columbus Midtown

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or JRCERT accredited hospital based training program, or equivalent experience according to Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC).

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

None.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

None ? Must become registered by the ARDMS within (6) months of employment. Vascular Sonographers must become registered and/or RVT, RVS, RT(S), RT(VS) within (6) months of employment. Licensure requirement for Breast Ultrasound can be met with registration through ARRT (BS).

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

BLS certified.
One (1) year of experience is preferred.
Registered ARDMS and/or RVS/RVT (Registered Vascular Specialist) is desired.

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Columbus Midtown