Ultrasound Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Mercy

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Mercy is seeking a skilled Ultrasound Technologist to coordinate ultrasound exams, perform imaging procedures, and assist radiologists in a busy radiology department in Charlotte, NC. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and adherence to departmental protocols.

Requirements include ARDMS/ARRT certification, a diagnostic ultrasound program, and BLS. Candidates should be able to operate RIS and related radiology equipment, with strong teamwork in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Certified by ARDMS or ARRT (S) required.
• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred.
• BLS certification required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate ultrasound exams with nursing, radiology staff, and referring physicians.
• Perform ultrasound examinations following departmental protocols and standards.
• Provide appropriate patient care related to the exam.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and enter exam data in the radiology computer system.
• Assist radiologists during invasive procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized work area.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

ARDMS/ARRT certification

Ultrasound program degree

BLS certification

Tools

RIS / Radiology IT systems

Job description

Atrium Health Mercy, a facility of Carolinas Medical Center, is one of two CMC locations and is 1.3 miles from CMC. For more than 100 years, Atrium Health Mercy has treated patients with a special combination of human compassion and leading-edge medical expertise. Atrium Health Mercy is a full-service community hospital, specializing in the care of seniors and in complex foot and ankle surgery, hip and knee surgery, bariatric surgery, and women’s pelvic health.

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Job Profile Summary

Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance to departmental protocols and standards. Provides adequate patient care as it relates to the exam requested. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency.

Essential Functions

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
• Assists Radiologist in performance of 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

Physical Requirements

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.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required. Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred. BLS required per policy guidelines. Interpersonal skills required.