Ultrasound Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Union

Advocate Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Union in Monroe, NC seeks a skilled Sonographer to prioritize and coordinate ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. You will perform exams according to departmental protocols, ensure patient comfort, and operate ultrasound equipment with proficiency.

The role requires ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification (or eligibility), completion of a diagnostic ultrasound program, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Must have ARDMS/ARRT(S) certification or eligibility.
• Graduate of a diagnostic ultrasound program preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians.
• Perform ultrasound exams per departmental protocols and standards.
• Provide patient care related to the exam.
• Operate ultrasound equipment proficiently and maintain a clean, stocked work area.
• Verify orders and exam requests for each patient.
• Assist Radiologist during invasive procedures.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.

Skills

Ultrasound coordination

Patient care

Equipment operation

Education

ARDMS/ARRT(S) certification

Diagnostic ultrasound program graduate

Tools

Radiology information systems

Job description

Atrium Health Union is a 182-bed hospital in Monroe, NC, providing comprehensive emergency services and specialty medical care. The campus offers a variety of medical services, including a day surgery center, cancer treatment center, long-term care facility, behavioral health center, specialty care clinics, a community wellness and outreach program, a women and children’s center, interventional heart program and physician practices. For more than 15 years this hospital has been serving the Monroe area, and we have worked to add new services and more specialized physicians and programs to meet the growing health care needs of our community.

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.