Ultrasound Technologist, PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Employee Well-being programs

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking an Ultrasound Technician at Frye Regional Medical Center to provide quality ultrasound studies in a full-time role. Responsibilities include performing exams, maintaining equipment, and offering age-appropriate patient care.

Applicants should be graduates of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program with ARRT certification and BLS required. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology.
• Requires ARRT certification and Basic Life Support certification.
• Must have critical thinking skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the physician.
• Maintain appropriate supplies and a clean work area.
• Provide age-appropriate care to all patients.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology

ARRT certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Position: Ultrasound Technician, Acute Hospital

Schedule: Weekdays and rotating weekend and holidays

Shift: Full Time Days

Sign on Bonus: $10,000

As an Ultrasound Technician joining our team, you will embrace a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary

Provides quality ultrasound studies to include abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvic, breast, and testicular small parts for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness.

Essential Functions

• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician, delivering care and services.
• Maintains appropriate supplies and a clean and orderly work area. Notifies supervisor of needed items.
• Maintains equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity.
• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients.
• Acts as a physician/staff consultant and educational resource for appropriateness and accuracy of scans.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Education / Certification

• Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification; graduate from an accredited DMS program or DMS certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.