Ultrasound Technologist PRN

Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence, Llc; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Centerpoint Medical Center invites applications for an Ultrasound Technician PRN to perform ultrasound procedures including routine studies, biopsies, and vascular imaging under radiologist supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality control within a busy department.

Qualified candidates will have ARRT/ARDMS eligibility, RVT registration within 12 months, and BLS certification. A hospital-based sonography background, including biopsies, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and/or School of Sonography.
• Two-year Radiology Tech program or four-year BA plus sonography training or equivalent.
• ARRT and/or ARDMS registry eligible on hire.
• ARDMS and RVT registration required within 12 months of hire.
• BLS Certification from AHA or Red Cross within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one year hospital experience in medical sonography including biopsies.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures as ordered and per protocol.
• Perform ultrasound-guided biopsies and various centesis procedures.
• Perform ultrasound vascular procedures with documented cross-training.
• Maintain familiarity with department ultrasound systems and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate as a team member and provide excellent patient interaction.
• Contribute to Performance Improvement and Quality Control programs.
• Follow policies, procedures, infection control and safety standards.
• Comply with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Skills

ARRT/ARDMS eligible

RVT registration

BLS certified

Sonography procedures

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Sonography training/education

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Ultrasound Technician PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Centerpoint Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Under limited supervision but the Radiologists direction, the Ultrasound Technologist completes sonography procedures including routine sonograms and interventional sonograms including biopsies.

What you will do in this role:

• Perform Ultrasound procedures as ordered and per protocol
• Perform Ultrasound-guided biopsies and various centesis procedures.
• Perform Ultrasound vascular procedures. Technologists will need to have completed documented cross training prior to performing these studies unsupervised.
• Have working knowledge of each Ultrasound system within the department.
• Be a team builder and team player.
• Interact with customers in a pleasant, positive and courteous manner.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Control.
• Work within the guidelines established in the policies and procedures manuals.
• Comply with all infection control and safety procedures.
• Work in accordance with the JCAHO, State and other regulatory or accreditation agencies, including the vascular accreditation body.
• Will provide care for birth to pediatric, pediatric/child patients between 1 to 11 years of age; adolescent patients between 12 to 17 years of age; adult patients between 18 to 64 years; and geriatric patients 65 years and older.
• Additional responsibilities include completing documentation in patient and departmental records, cleaning equipment including HLD and maintaining safety and infection control practices.

What Qualifications You Will Need:

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and/or School of Sonography
• Two-year program or four-year BA program in Radiology Technology followed by training in sonography or completion of requirements from an accredited school in sonography including meeting all clinical requirements
• ARRT and/or ARDMS registry eligible required upon hire
• ARDMS and RVT registration required within 12 months of hire
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one-year hospital department experience in medical sonography to include biopsies

Benefits

Centerpoint Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Centerpoint Medical Center is a 285+ bed hospital featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our hospital offers some of the latest clinical services available to patients. We remain focused on providing compassionate care and top-notch customer service for our patients. We offer many features for visitors, including sleeper chairs in patient rooms, comfortable waiting areas, and wireless internet access. We are a Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Our Orthopedic Services include Total Joints and Sports Medicine. We are an accredited Cancer Program and Breast Center. We provide Women’s Services, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke Center. We are part of HCA Midwest Health, a network of hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status