Ultrasound Technologist

HCA Healthcare; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Transylvania Regional Hospital in Brevard, NC is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to operate ultrasound equipment under physician order, providing high-quality imaging with safety and efficiency.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited ultrasound program, ARDMS/ARRT license at hire, and CPR/BCLS certification. Preferred are a BS in a healthcare field, multiple ARDMS specialties, and 12 months of ultrasound experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related profession preferred.
• ARDMS/ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire; vascular registry within 12 months for IDTFs; CPR (BCLS) certification.
• ARDMS in multiple specialties preferred.
• Technologist must participate in QA programs as required and recertification guidelines are followed.
• Preferred 12 months of ultrasound experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to create quality images under physician orders.
• Provide timely, professional patient care and maintain safety standards.
• Possibly perform invasive/non-invasive procedures and assist physicians as needed.
• Maintain competency across ARDMS specialty certifications as department requires.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related profession

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Ultrasound Technologist

Job Summary and Qualifications

The ultrasound technologist operates ultrasound equipment to make quality images of designated portions of the body under the direct order of a physician and in accordance with standard operating procedures. Accomplishes patient care in a timely, professional, efficient, and safe manner. The ultrasound technologist must be able to think and act independently and assess emergency situations accurately. Good oral and written communication skills are required. The Ultrasound Technologist may be required to perform invasive and non-invasive procedures on a variety of patients, utilize sterile techniques and assist physicians as necessary throughout the Mission Health System. Continuing education, learned skills and experience will be utilized. This position will function without constant supervision to produce superior quality imaging studies. Depending on the needs of the specific department, the Ultrasound Technologist may routinely work in additional ARDMS specialty certifications. This includes but is not limited to; Abdomen (AB), Vascular (RVT), Breast (BR), Fetal Echo (FE), Neurosonology (NE), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) or Pediatric Sonography (PS).

What qualifications you will need:

• Required Education: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related profession.
• Required License: ARDMS or ARRT Registry in Ultrasound at time of hire. Additionally, Vascular Ultrasound Registry from either ARDMS, ARRT or CCI must be obtained within 12 months of hire date for Ultrasound positions at independent diagnostic testing facilities (IDTFs). Must complete required CEU’s to maintain certification. BCLS certified.
• Preferred License: ARDMS in multiple specialties.
• Required QA: Technologist must participate in section QA programs as necessary and complete required educational guidelines in addition to the ARRT, ARDMS or CCI re-certification guidelines.
• Preferred Experience: 12 months previous experience in ultrasound

Benefits

Transylvania Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Transylvania Regional Hospital (https://missionhealth.org/member-hospitals/transylvania/?doing_wp_cron=1633633243.4268090724945068359375) , a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a full-service community hospital serving Transylvania and the surrounding counties. Located in Brevard, North Carolina, the hospital offers 25 inpatient rooms and 10 transitional care unit rooms. Transylvania Regional Hospital offers comprehensive services representing a full spectrum of specialties. Transylvania Regional Hospital was recently named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States.

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If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Ultrasound Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.

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