Ultrasound Technologist - Atrium Health Cleveland FT Days

Atrium Health; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Cleveland is seeking a skilled Sonographer to perform ultrasound exams and coordinate with medical staff. This role requires certification and expertise in patient care while ensuring high-quality imaging standards. Join a renowned healthcare provider in North Carolina and benefit from a supportive work environment for career advancement.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus eligible

Robust benefits packages

Paid time off

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S)

Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program

BLS required per policy guidelines

Job description

Overview

Job Details

Shift Details: (4) 10-hour shifts rotating Monday - Friday.

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Interested in being considered? Please apply, and a Talent acquisition team member will contact you regarding the next steps via email or phone. Feel free to share this opportunity with others that may be interested as well and visit our careers page:https://careers.atriumhealth.org/search/radiology-services/jobs

Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby is a 241-bed hospital serving greater Cleveland County, NC, and the surrounding region. We were the first Level III trauma center in NC, offering advanced emergency care. We believe in serving the community outside our hospital walls, as evidenced by our commitment to health education, and through our contributions to organizations such as United Way and Relay for Life.

Interested in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities? Check out this video: Atrium Health Radiology – Live Meaningfully - YouTube

Job Summary

Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance to departmental protocols and standards. Provides adequate patient care as it relates to the exam requested. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency.

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.