Ultrasound Tech, PRN, Variable

Piedmont; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont McDuffie Hospital in Georgia seeks an ultrasound technologist to operate ultrasound equipment and perform clinical diagnostic exams in accordance with established standards. You will provide patient services across neonatal to geriatrics and communicate effectively with radiologists and staff.

Required qualifications include graduation from an approved DMS program and ARDMS registration within 180 days, BCLS on hire, and potential breast/vascular certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• ARDMS certification must be obtained within 180 days of employment.
• Breast Sonography registration via ARRT (BS) required.
• RVT/RVS/RT(S)/RT(VS) registration within 6 months of employment preferred.
• BCLS certification required upon hire.

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.
• Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Education

Graduate of CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Breast Sonography ARRT BS registration

RVT/RVS/RT(S)/RT(VS) registration within 6 months

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

Overview

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.

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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

Education

• Graduate of an approved CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or an approved Sonography Program by the ARRT. Required or

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• 1 year of experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Must become registered by the ARDMS within (6) months of employment. within 180 Days Required and
• Vascular Sonographers must become registered and/or RVT, RVS, RT(S), RT(VS) within (6) months of employment. within 180 Days Required and
• (BR) ARDMS or ARRT - Breast Sonography - Breast Licensure requirement for Breast Ultrasound can be met with registration through ARRT (BS) Required
• RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist Preferred
• RVS - Registered Vascular Sonographer Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont McDuffie Hospital