Ultrasound Technologist

OCH; Gravette (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Ozarks Community Hospital, Gravette, AR, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join the Radiology department. You will perform Echo and ultrasound imaging, following protocols and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The role requires completion of an accredited ultrasound program, ARDMS/ARRT options, and BLS. Experience is preferred but not required; strong anatomy knowledge and CME compliance are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science degree preferred, but not required.
• One year of ultrasound experience preferred, but not required.
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program required.
• Registered with ARDMS (SPI) within 6 months; Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular within 1 year; OR ARRT within 1 year; OR Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• Current BLS certification; CME requirements maintained.

Responsibilities

• Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echo and ultrasound procedures.
• Produces optimum sonographic imaging using established positioning and physiology.
• Maintains patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort as a top priority.
• Follows hospital policies and protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Echo procedures

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program

Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Job description

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES. COMPASSIONATE CARE.

Ozarks Community Hospital (OCH), located in Gravette, Arkansas, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our Radiology department.

Our Mission:

Ozarks Community Hospital and clinics are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare and preventive services to all patients in an atmosphere of compassion, respect, and dignity, with a commitment to care for the underserved and to improve access to care.

Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echo and ultrasound procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in echo and ultrasound, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum sonographic imaging, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.

Benefits include:

• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) plan; life insurance; short-term disability; flexible spending accounts; and many other elective benefits subject to plan terms.
• Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting first day of employment, up to 3.5 weeks per year based on a 40-hour work week.
• Company-paid holidays.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor of Science degree is preferred, but not required.
• One year of ultrasound experience preferred, but not required.
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program required.
• Registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) within 6 months of hire, and Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular within 1 year of hire. Or registered with the ARRT within 1 year of hire. Or with the Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Current BLS certification upon hire or BLS certification must be obtained during orientation period or at next available scheduled class. Throughout employment, current BLS certification must be maintained by renewal during renewal period or at next available scheduled class.
• Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty (ies) as appropriate.

OCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.