Ultrasound Technologist -

Capefearvalley; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a skilled ultrasound technologist to operate ultrasound equipment, assess patients, document history, and coordinate with radiology staff.

The role emphasizes accurate timing, infection control, and ongoing QA activities, with opportunities to educate students and participate in improvement projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required.
• ARRT (Sonography) or ARDMS RDMS preferred.
• New graduates who are registry eligible must be registered within 12 months of hire date.
• Current AHA CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Competent in technical operations of ultrasound equipment.
• Assess patients and review orders/chart to confirm exam reason.
• Document pertinent symptoms and clinical history; ensure signed consent when needed.
• Prepare patients for procedures and communicate with supervising radiologist.
• Record exam begin/end times in RIS for timely radiology access.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety standards.
• Meet department goals for timely exams and quality care; participate in QA of exams.
• Assist in clinical education of student sonographers; participate in Performance Improvement projects.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AMA approved Sonography program

ARRT (Sonography) or ARDMS RDMS preferred

Registry eligible within 12 months

Current CPR certification (AHA)

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department Ultrasound Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Summary

Major Job Functions

• Competent in the technical operations of all equipment in this section
• Assess patients, review orders/chart as appropriate confirming reason for exam
• Ensure pertinent patient symptoms and clinical history are documented and a signed consent form is present if needed
• Prepare patients for procedure, answer any questions and effectively communicate with the supervising radiologist for special instructions and/or questions regarding exam protocol
• Responsible for prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist
• Provide safe environment to include infection control guidelines, universal precautions and patient safety goals
• Monitor the timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals, striving for continuous quality improvement
• Perform QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation
• Participate in the clinical education of student sonographers
• Participate in department’s Performance Improvement Projects
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Formal Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required
• ARRT (Sonography) or ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer(RDMS) preferred
• New graduates who are registry eligible must be registered by either ARDMS or ARRT (Sonography) within 12 months of hire date required
• Current AHA CPR certification required

Work Experience: 1 year experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written skills
• Compassionate patient care
• Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups
• Ability to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needs
• Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate orally
• Dexterity and visual acuity
• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

ARDMS - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography, ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process.

At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.

Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians.

Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond.

Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.