Ultrasound Technologist - Imaging

St. Charles Health System, Inc.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System in Bend, Oregon, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging team. You will perform ultrasound studies and related procedures in accordance with department guidelines and patient care standards.

This full-time, on-site position reports to the Radiology department and offers opportunities to train students and participate in Lean VIP projects, while maintaining safety, confidentiality and excellent service to patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate eligible and Registry eligible in an accredited ultrasound program.
• ARDMS registry or registry eligibility in OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations following department policies and protocols.
• Maintains patient safety and records as required.
• Participates in student training and supports department projects.
• Delivers professional, confidential patient care and service.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate eligible and Registry eligible ultrasound program

ARDMS registry eligibility (OB/GYN, Abdominal, Physics)

Job description

Ultrasound Technologist - Imaging### Ultrasound Technologist - ImagingApply: Bend, OR: Full time: Posted Today: R1023645Approved by SHC 10 29 2026**ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM****JOB DESCRIPTION****TITLE:** Ultrasound Technologist**REPORTS TO POSITION:** Varies**DEPARTMENT:** Radiology**DATE LAST REVIEWED:** 5/6/2009**OUR VISION:** Creating America’s healthiest community, together**OUR MISSION:** In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value**OUR VALUES:** Accountability, Caring and Teamwork**DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:****St. Charles Health System Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center.****POSITION OVERVIEW:**The Ultrasound Technologist performs all Ultrasound studies and related procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision in accordance with established department and hospital guidelines.This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:**Performs diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examinations in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.Follows Health and Safety Policies and Procedures of quality patient care.Assists in record maintenance and statistics as requested.Participates in student training program as requested.Assists with special projects as requested.Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.**EDUCATION:****Required:** High school diploma or GED. Graduate eligible and Registry eligible of an accredited Ultrasound training program.**Preferred:** N/A**LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:****Required:** Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonogrphy (ARDMS) Registry or Registry eligible (OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics).**Preferred:** Additional ARDMS registries. Support RDMS, SDMS, and local affiliations. **EXPERIENCE:****Required:** N/A**Preferred:** One (1) year full-time experience as a registered Ultrasound Technologist. **PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:**Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:****Continually (75% or more):** Standing, walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.**Frequently (50%):** Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers**Occasionally (25%):** Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, Clinbing ladder/step-stool\\* (\\*varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level**Rarely (10%):** Climbing stairs**Never (0%):** operation of motor vehicle**Exposure to Elemental Factors****Rarely (10%):** Wet/Slippery Area, chemical solution**Never (0%):** Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.**Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category**Risk for Exposure to BBP**DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:****St. Charles Health System Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center.****POSITION OVERVIEW:**The Ultrasound Technologist performs all Ultrasound studies and related procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision in accordance with established department and hospital guidelines.This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.**EDUCATION:****Required:** High school diploma or GED. Graduate eligible and Registry eligible of an accredited Ultrasound training program.**Preferred:** N/A**LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:****Required:** Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonogrphy (ARDMS) Registry or Registry eligible (OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics).**Preferred:** Additional ARDMS registries. Support RDMS, SDMS, and local affiliations. **EXPERIENCE:****Required:** N/A**Preferred:** One (1) year full-time experience as a registered Ultrasound Technologist. **PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:**Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:****Continually (75% or more):** Standing, walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.**Frequently (50%):** Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers**Occasionally (25%):** Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, Clinbing ladder/step-stool\\* (\\*varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level**Rarely (10%):** Climbing stairs**Never (0%):** operation of motor vehicle**Exposure to Elemental Factors****Rarely (10%):** Wet/Slippery Area, chemical solution**Never (0%):** Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.**Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category**Risk for Exposure to BBPSchedule Weekly Hours:40Caregiver Type:RegularShift:Variable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?NoJob Family:TECHNOLOGISTScheduled Days of the Week:As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:Variable### About UsSt. Charles Health System is a private, nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing high-quality care and the latest in health care technology to the communities it serves. Headquartered in Bend, Ore., St. Charles is an integrated delivery system, with a strong focus on population health, that provides a full range of evidence-based health care services within a 32,000-square-mile area in Central and Eastern Oregon. The health system owns and operates a trauma level II, tertiary referral center in Bend, a trauma level III, type B rural hospital in Redmond, and trauma level IV critical access hospitals in both Prineville and Madras. As the largest employer in Central Oregon, St. Charles Health System and St. Charles Medical Group care for our communities in more than two dozen outpatient clinics and in more than 20 specialty areas of medicine.For additional information, such as Career FAQ's, benefits, and why your dream job awaits, please visit our Careers site.