Ultrasound Technologist-PRN

UNC Health Care; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Lenoir Health Care is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform a range of ultrasound exams, provide high-quality images, and assist radiologists with interpretations. You will demonstrate independent judgment while delivering compassionate, respectful care to neonatal through geriatric patients.

This per diem position is onsite at Lenoir MEM, with variable schedules and a team-focused Radiology department committed to patient safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Must be ARRT registered or registry-eligible in Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Clinical rotation or 1 year of ultrasound technologist experience.
• Ability to work independently and provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams with independent judgment and high-quality imaging.
• Assist Radiologist with diagnostic interpretations and impressions.
• Provide compassionate, respectful care to patients and families.

Skills

Independent decision making

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology or accredited Sonography program

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

Performs a variety of ultrasound exams using independent judgment and knowledge of ultrasonography principals. Assists Radiologist with diagnostic interpretations by providing high quality images and communicating technical impressions. Exceeds the highest standard of care and respect for all customers in the Radiology department.

Responsibilities

To provide patients and their family ranging from neonatal to geriatrics with the highest quality of care and respect through communication. Projects a positive image of the Radiology department and the hospital. Ensures good communication skills with healthcare team members and physicians remaining helpful, courteous and professional at all times.

Other information

Education Requirements

• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, or a graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.

Professional Experience Requirement

• Clinical rotation through a hospital setting during training or one-year experience as an Ultrasound technologist.

Ensure/Registration/Certification

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry eligible or Registered (or registry eligible) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Ability to make independent decisions. Demonstrate leadership ability. Good interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated in direct patient care. Encourages proper training and supervision of student technologist rotating through the Ultrasound department.

Work Environment

• Due to indirect or direct contact, you may be at risk for exposure to tuberculosis, bloodborne pathogens (which may include HIV and Hepatitis B) and/or other potentially infectious diseases. May have stressful work shifts during periods of high patient volume. Responsible for call duty after regular hours on a rotating basis. Personal Protective Equipment is required for patient exposure.

Physical Requirement

• Walking and standing throughout shift. Pushes and pulls stretchers and wheelchairs occupied with patients throughout the shift. Lift patients daily with assistance. After regular hours callbacks required on emergency basis during call duty.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Ultrasound

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 0.10

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No