Ultrasound Technologist

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Research Medical Center seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform routine and interventional sonography, including biopsies, under radiologist direction. The role requires knowledge of multiple ultrasound systems, patient interaction, and compliance with infection control standards.

The ideal candidate will have accredited radiologic or sonography training, ARRT/ARDMS eligibility, and at least one year of hospital sonography experience including biopsies.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology program and/or School of Sonography.
• Two-year program or four-year BA in Radiology Technology followed by sonography training or approved sonography schooling with clinical requirements.
• ARRT and/or ARDMS registry eligible on hire; ARDMS and RVT registration within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures as ordered and per protocol.
• Perform ultrasound-guided biopsies and various centesis procedures.
• Perform ultrasound vascular procedures with documented cross training.
• Maintain working knowledge of each ultrasound system in the department.
• Be a team builder and team player; interact with customers courteously.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality control; follow procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Customer interaction

Education

Two-year or BA program in Radiology Technology

Accredited sonography school with clinical requirements

Tools

Ultrasound systems knowledge

Cross-training readiness

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.

Job Summary And Qualifications

Under limited supervision but the Radiologist's direction, the Ultrasound Technologist completes sonography procedures including routine sonograms and interventional sonograms including biopsies.

What you will do in this role:

• Perform Ultrasound procedures as ordered and per protocol
• Perform Ultrasound-guided biopsies and various centesis procedures.
• Perform Ultrasound vascular procedures. Technologists will need to have completed documented cross training prior to performing these studies unsupervised.
• Have working knowledge of each Ultrasound system within the department.
• Be a team builder and team player.
• Interact with customers in a pleasant, positive and courteous manner.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Control.
• Work within the guidelines established in the policies and procedures manuals.
• Comply with all infection control and safety procedures.
• Work in accordance with the JCAHO, State and other regulatory or accreditation agencies, including the vascular accreditation body.
• Will provide care for birth to pediatric, pediatric/child patients between 1 to 11 years of age; adolescent patients between 12 to 17 years of age; adult patients between 18 to 64 years; and geriatric patients 65 years and older.
• Additional responsibilities include completing documentation in patient and departmental records, cleaning equipment including HLD and maintaining safety and infection control practices.

What Qualifications You Will Need:

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and/or School of Sonography
• Two-year program or four-year BA program in Radiology Technology followed by training in sonography or completion of requirements from an accredited school in sonography including meeting all clinical requirements
• ARRT and/or ARDMS registry eligible required upon hire
• ARDMS and RVT registration required within 12 months of hire
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one-year hospital department experience in medical sonography to include biopsies

Benefits

• 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

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

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