Ultrasound Technologist - Atrium Health Mountain Island - FT Nights

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

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a dedicated Ultrasound Technician to join their Mountain Island Emergency Department. The role involves coordinating and performing ultrasound exams while ensuring patient care and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have the necessary certifications, strong technical skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Eligible for robust benefits packages

Paid time off

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Radiologic Technologist (S) required.
• Graduate of ultrasound program preferred.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units and physicians.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and adheres to departmental protocols.
• Assists radiologists in invasive procedures.

Skills

Technical proficiency with ultrasound equipment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist

Graduate of comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Job Details

Shift hours: Wednesday - Friday, 6:45pm - 07:15am

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.

Atrium Health Mountain Island Emergency Department, a facility of Atrium Health University City, provides 24-hour emergency medical services to the Northwest Charlotte area.

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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.