Ultrasound tech PRN - Atrium Health Floyd

Atrium Health Floyd; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 48,904 - 73,357; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health Floyd in Rome, Georgia seeks a qualified staff member for a Radiology position. The ideal candidate will assist in various technical procedures and ensure equipment quality. Certifications from the American Registry are required, with a focus on patient-centered care. Candidates can expect to handle physical demands, operate medical software, and maintain a professional workspace. Comprehensive benefits are included, such as health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
• One of the following registries required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders for assigned patients.
• Assist Radiologist in invasive procedures.
• Evaluate technical quality of exams.
• Operate the Radiology computer system.
• Maintain assigned work area and stock supplies.

Skills

Knowledge of principles of growth and development

Competency appropriate to ages and needs of patients

Education

Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program

Job description

Department

36300 Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center - Administration: Radiology

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Variable hours and shifts. No set schedule. Will take call and one holiday shift per year

Pay Range

$35.50 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.
• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.
• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.
• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.
• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• BLS certification is required.

Education Required

• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

Experience Required

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.
• Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.
• Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.
• Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.
• Intact sense of sight and hearing.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program