Ultrasound Technologist

Atrium Health; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Kings Mountain, NC seeks an ultrasound technologist to examine requests, verify orders and assist radiologists with invasive procedures. The role emphasizes high-quality imaging, strict procedure adherence, and contribution to patient-centered care.

You will operate ultrasound equipment, manage documentation, and maintain equipment and space in a professional manner. Required ARDMS or ARRT (S) certification with BLS; a diagnostic ultrasound program graduate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Provides patient-centered care during radiology ultrasound procedures.
• Assists radiology team in invasive procedures as needed.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and ensures exam quality.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
• Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures
• Evaluates technical quality of exam and selects appropriate technique
• Supports Patient-Centered Care Philosophy and meets patient needs
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel
• Operates Radiology computer system for entering and charging exams
• Maintains neat, stocked work area and supports department operations
• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations in a professional manner

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Education

Certified by ARDMS or ARRT (S) required

Graduate of diagnostic ultrasound program preferred

BLS required

Job description

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient


• Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures


• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department


• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.


• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.


• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.


• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.


• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always

Essential Functions

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient


• Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures


• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department


• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.


• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.


• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.


• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.


• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always

Physical Requirements

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance. Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation. Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials. Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment. Intact sense of sight and hearing.

Education, Experience And Certifications

Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required. Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred. BLS required per policy guidelines. Interpersonal skills required