Ultrasound Technologist

BHS; Corbin (KY); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Baptist Health in Corbin, KY seeks an Ultrasound Technologist for a full-time, first shift position in Radiology. The role involves obstetric, abdominal, vascular, and musculoskeletal ultrasound procedures, with image processing and PACS archiving, patient care, and collaboration with Radiologists.

Requirements include an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, ARRT/ARDMS/CCI eligibility, BLS, and ARDMS within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent
• Active registration or eligibility for ARRT/ARDMS/CCI
• BLS – American Heart Association
• Must obtain ARDMS within one year of hire
• Must obtain and maintain BLS – American Heart Association

Responsabilités

• Produce high-quality diagnostic images and archive in PACS.
• Prepare image releases and participate in peer review.
• Lead equipment, software, and maintenance coordination.
• Restock supplies and manage inventory.
• Support EHR updates and regulatory compliance.
• Verify patient identity and safety protocols.
• Follow exam protocols and coordinate patient flow.
• Monitor patients during exams and assist during procedures.
• Train students and new employees.
• Follow hospital policies and infection control practices.

Connaissances

Patient care

Imaging expertise

Regulatory compliance

Equipment operation

Formation

Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree

ARRT/ARDMS/CCI eligibility

BLS Certification

ARDMS within 1 year

Outils

Ultrasound machines

PACS

EHR systems

Description du poste

Summary

Job Description:

UltrasoundTechnologist

Full-Time,FirstShift

BHCOR-Radiology Diagnostic I Corbin, KY

The Ultrasound department, also known as Sonography, specializes in imaging that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the body’s internal structures. Obstetric Ultrasound:Monitoringfetal development during pregnancy. Abdominal Ultrasound: Evaluating organs like the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas. Vascular Ultrasound: Checking for blood clots, blockages, or circulation issues in veins and arteries. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections.
Provides health care services by applying sonic energy to assist in diagnosis. Performs sonography procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by a Radiologist or a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditions in order to provide appropriate patientcare to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure.

Description:

• Produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensure proper archiving in PACS, and send images to tele-radiology as needed.

• Prepare and document image releases and participate in peer review and accreditation processes.

• Assettleadership with equipment, software, and maintenance coordination.

• Restock supplies, report equipment or safety issues, and help manage inventory and resource needs.

• Stay current on regulatory standards and support EHR updates or workflow changes.

• Verify patient identity and orders, document patient-care events, and perform required safety/time-out procedures.

• Follow exam protocols, provide initial interpretations, and coordinate patient flow with nursing and transport.

• Monitor patients during exams and assist Radiologists and other providers during procedures.

• Maintain professional conduct, support department workflow, and help train students and new employees.

• Follow hospital policies, safety requirements, infection control practices, and participate in required trainings and drills.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent. Direct on the job experience can replace program requirements.

• Active registration or eligibility for registration with one of the following: ARRT, ARDMS, CCI

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

• Must obtain ARDMS certification within one (1) year of hire, if not already certified

• Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

• Retirement with Company Match

Work Experience

Education

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.