Ultrasound Technician - PRN

South-Sunflower-County-Hospital; Indianola (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South-Sunflower-County-Hospital in Mississippi seeks a Staff Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging and related duties in a hospital setting. The role requires completion of an accredited ultrasound or radiologic technology program and participation in ARDMS/ARRT certification upon hire.

Responsibilities include operating ultrasound equipment, producing reports, scheduling outpatient radiology procedures, and coordinating with medical staff.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary graduate from an accredited Ultrasound or Radiologic Technology program (required).
• Associate’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology (preferred).
• AR DMS or ARRT certification or eligibility upon hire (required).

Responsibilities

• Operate sonographic equipment to identify areas of concern.
• Report abnormalities to medical staff for immediate attention.
• Maintain and report any equipment failures.
• Conduct scans and write reports based on results.
• Schedule outpatient radiology procedures.
• Manage multiple patients and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with team members.

Skills

Ultrasound equipment operation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Independent work

Documentation/writing reports

Education

Accredited ultrasound/radiologic program

Associate’s degree in sonography or radiologic technology

Job description

Description

Staff Ultrasound Technologist must:

Have an associate degree in sonography, from an institution accredited by the CAAHEP, that prepares students to sit for the certification exam.

Staff Ultrasound Technologist Duties:

• Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern
• Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention
• Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure
• Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results
• Schedule outpatient procedures for Radiology
• Manage several patients and priorities and be able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with other team members

Requirements

Education:

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited Ultrasound or Radiologic Technology program (required)
• Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology (preferred)

Licenses/Certifications:

• (S) ARDMS or ARRT - Sonography or equivalent credential (RDMS or CCI) Upon Hire or within facility-specified timeframe (required)

Experience:

• 1+ years clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound imaging (preferred)
• Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting (preferred)