Ultrasound Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Steele Creek

Advocate Aurora Health; Charlotte (NC); In loco; USD 65.000 - 78.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Atrium Health Steele Creek Emergency Department, a facility of Atrium Health Pineville, provides 24-hour emergency medical services to the Steele Creek area. Our ultrasound team performs exams in coordination with radiologists and referring physicians, ensuring patient safety and high-quality imaging.

The ultrasound technologist assesses orders, operates ultrasound equipment, assists radiologists in invasive procedures, and helps maintain accurate exam documentation in the radiology information

Competenze

• Interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Experience coordinating ultrasound exams with radiologists and nursing units.
• Certification or strong training in medical ultrasound is preferred.

Mansioni

• Verifies orders and patient information for each ultrasound exam.
• Assists Radiologist during invasive procedures as needed.
• Evaluates image quality and adapts techniques to improve efficiency.
• Supports Patient-Centered Care by acting as a caregiver to patients.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to the Assistant Director or Engineer.
• Operates radiology information systems to enter and charge exams and supplies.
• Maintains a clean, stocked work area and adheres to department rules.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Ultrasound coordination

Formazione

ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification

Graduate of ultrasound program

BLS certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Atrium Health Steele Creek Emergency Department, a facility of Atrium Health Pineville, provides 24-hour emergency medical services to the Steele Creek area. From broken bones and severe cuts to heart attacks and strokes, we are prepared to provide patients of all ages with the highest level of emergency care. Our expert staff includes physicians who are board-certified in emergency medicine. Plus, we are backed by the breadth and depth of Carolinas Medical Center, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center.

Check out this video if interested in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities: Atrium Health Radiology – Live Meaningfully - YouTube

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.