Ultrasound Technologist, PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & disability coverage

Tuition assistance & education

401(k) retirement with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center is seeking an Ultrasound Technician to perform abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvis, breast, and testicular ultrasound studies for radiologist diagnosis. The role supports a 355-bed acute care facility within Lifepoint Health, embracing patient-centered care and community health.

Weekday schedule with rotating weekends and holidays; PRN shifts available to fit team needs. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development are provided to qualified

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology is required.
• ARRT certification or equivalent DMS credential is preferred.
• BLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician.
• Maintains supplies and a clean, orderly work area; notifies supervisor of needed items.
• Maintains equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity.
• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients.
• Acts as a physician/staff consultant for scan appropriateness and accuracy.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Team player

Education

Graduate from Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology

ARRT certification or DMS credential

BLS certification

Job description

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Position: Ultrasound Technician, Acute Hospital

schedule: Weekdays and rotating weekend and Holidays

Shift: PRN various shifts

Your experience matters:

Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Ultrasound Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team:

Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!

What we are Looking for:

We are looking for a dynamic Ultrasound Technician who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Position Summary

Provides quality ultrasound studies to include abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvis, breast, and testicular small parts for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness.

Essential Functions:

• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician delivery of care and services
• Maintains appropriate supplies and a clean and orderly work area. Notifies supervisor of needed items
• Maintains equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity
• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients
• Acts as a physician/staff consultant and educational resources for appropriateness and accuracy of scans.

Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Education/ Certification

• Education: Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology Required
• American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Other; Graduate from an accredited DMS program OR DMS Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.