Ultrasound Tech / Ultrasound / Full Time

Catawba Valley Health System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Medical Center seeks an ultrasound technologist to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations following established protocols. You will produce diagnostic images, identify normal and abnormal anatomy, and assist physicians in interpreting results while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality.

Required qualifications include an accredited associate degree in Medical Sonography, ARDMS with two specialties or OB with MFM within 90 days, and BCLS certification (AHA

Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: Associate degree from an accredited program of Medical Sonography.
• ARDMS registration with at least two specialties or OB credential and MFM competency within 90 days of hire (CVHS competency required).
• BCLS certification; if not from AHA, AHA certification required within one month of employment date.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Produce accurate diagnostic images and identify normal and abnormal structures.
• Assist physicians in interpreting results and support diagnostic needs.
• Communicate with patients to ensure safety, comfort and confidentiality; address concerns.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Associate degree in Medical Sonography

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of Performance Expectations:

An ultrasound technologist is expected to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines and protocols, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality while effectively communicating and addressing patient concerns. They must produce accurate diagnostic images, identify both normal and abnormal anatomical structures, and assist physicians in interpreting results. Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with the healthcare team are vital for providing exceptional patient care and supporting diagnostic needs. Additionally, professionalism, time management, and compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols are crucial to this role.

Required

Education & Credentials:

• Effective July 29, 2016, newly employed Imaging Technologist are required to possess an Associate degree from an accredited program of Medical Sonography.
• Current ARDMS registration with at least two specialties or registered with OB credential and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) competency within 90 days of hire. (CVHS competency required)
• BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within one month of employment date.

Preferred

2 or more years’ experience in modality hired.

Required

Work Experience:

Preferred

No previous experience required.

2 or more years’ experience for medical ultrasound. Ten or more years’ experience in OB for MFM.

ABOUT US

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY

As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance:

• Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.