Ultrasound Tech Student

Piedmont Healthcare; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking an ultrasound tech to perform routine and complex ultrasound procedures under the supervision of an experienced lead technologist. The role includes pelvic, abdominal, small parts, and vascular exams, with potential for breast ultrasound and guided interventions.

The position requires enrollment in an accredited ultrasound program (CAAHEP or CMA) and at least 1 year of student experience in such a program, plus BCLS/BLS certification upon hire.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited ultrasound program (CAAHEP or CMA).
• 1 year of student experience in a CAAHEP/CMA accredited program.
• BCLS/BLS certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex ultrasound procedures under supervision of an experienced lead technologist.
• Prepare preliminary findings from studies.
• Provide patient care across all ages: neonatal, pediatric, adult, geriatrics.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Education

CAAHEP CMA accredited ultrasound program

Job description

Overview:

Performs a wide variety of routine and complex ultrasound procedures according to established standards and practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of an experienced or lead ultrasound/vascular technologist. Performs ultrasound imaging such as pelvic, abdominal, small parts, and routine vascular examinations (ex., peripheral vascular [arterial and venous], renal, aorta/iliac, and carotid artery) and may perform more complex imaging such as breast ultrasound, deep Doppler and guided interventional procedures (ex., biopsies). Prepares preliminary findings. Provides patient care to all age groups including neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics.

Responsibilities:

Performs a wide variety of routine and complex ultrasound procedures according to established standards and practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of an experienced or lead ultrasound/vascular technologist. Performs ultrasound imaging such as pelvic, abdominal, small parts, and routine vascular examinations (ex., peripheral vascular [arterial and venous], renal, aorta/iliac, and carotid artery) and may perform more complex imaging such as breast ultrasound, deep Doppler and guided interventional procedures (ex., biopsies). Prepares preliminary findings. Provides patient care to all age groups including neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics.

Qualifications:

Education

• A student currently enrolled in accredited ultrasound program by the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) in Canada Required

Work Experience

• 1 year as a student in are accredited Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Canadian Medical Association (CMA) program Required

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Basic Life Support (BLS) certified Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Columbus Midtown