Ultrasound Technologist - Imaging Department

Atrium Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join its radiology department, interpreting orders, supporting the Radiologist in invasive procedures, and ensuring accurate initial imaging.

You will evaluate exam quality, optimize imaging techniques for efficiency, operate the Radiology computer system, and help maintain a clean, stocked work area.

The role requires ARDMS/AB or OB/GYN registries, BLS certification, and graduation from a diagnostic ultrasound program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound program.
• ARDMS/ABR/RMS or OB/GYN registries certification (S) required.
• BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of growth and development relevant to patient populations.
• None of the above?

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders for each patient.
• Assist Radiologists in invasive procedures.
• Evaluate exam quality and develop efficient imaging techniques.
• Operate the Radiology computer system and charge exams/supplies.
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisors/engineer.
• Maintain a neat, stocked work area and comply with departmental rules.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Anatomy and radiology knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of a diagnostic ultrasound program

Job description

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Assists Radiologist in performing 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.

Major Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Assists Radiologist in performing 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.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• BLS certification is required.

Education Required

• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

Experience Required

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
• 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

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.