ULTRASOUND TECH PT (13710)

Cullman Regional; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, AL seeks a PRN ultrasound technologist to perform a range of ultrasound exams, including abdominal, obstetric, gynecologic, breast, and intraoperative procedures, ensuring high-quality images for diagnosis.

The ideal candidate is ARRT-registered, a graduate of an approved ultrasonography program, with at least 2 years of experience, and strong interpersonal skills to work flexibly in a busy radiology department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of ultrasonography and ARRT registered.
• Minimum 2 years of ultrasound experience with diverse exams.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams including abdominal, obstetric, gynecologic, breast, and minor intraoperative procedures.
• Verify correct images and worksheets in PACS for interpretation.
• Track patients in the computer system to ensure accurate billing.
• Instruct and position patients to acquire diagnostic-quality images.
• Assist physicians with procedures as required and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT-registered (RT)

Graduate of approved ultrasonography program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cullman Regional Medical Center - Cullman, AL 35056

Position Type: PRN - .3

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Job Summary

• Demonstrate complete knowledge of all US procedures, equipment, positioning and scanning.
• Efficiently perform all US techniques and exams to include but not limited to abdominal, retroperitoneal, obstetric and gynecological, breast and minor surgical exams.
• Verify correct images and worksheets are in place and available for interpretation in PACS system.
• Properly track patients in computer system to ensure accurate billing.
• Properly instruct and position patients for exams and acquire acceptable diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Recognize the need for the control/assessment of pain and falls for patients and help prevent or reduce patient pain levels and falls when possible. Report occurrences of medical/healthcare errors and action taken to improve patient safety both in response to occurrences and to proactive findings as outlined in Patient Safety Plan.
• Assist physician with procedures as required including intraoperative procedures.
• Label and date specimen as directed by hospital protocol.
• Maintain a flexible schedule. Work additional shifts/hours during high census, adverse weather, and employee absences/vacancies as requested. Perform all other duties as assigned or requested.
• Transport patients to DGI and properly communicate hand-off to nursing staff.
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an approved school of ultrasonography or otherwise on-the-job training and be registered ARRT. On-the-job training under the supervision of a qualified technologist. Organizational and communication skills required.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered RT or graduated from an approved school of ultrasound technology. Ultrasound experience with extensive knowledge of ultrasound examinations and skills to operate ultrasound equipment.

Additional Skills/Abilities

Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact with patients, patients’ families, visitors, salesmen, physicians and the public.