Ultrasound Technologist Weekender - Atrium Health Lake Norman FT Nights

Atrium Health; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated ultrasound technician to join their team. This role involves prioritizing and coordinating ultrasound exams, performing procedures, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and be certified in diagnostic medical sonography. Join a collaborative and patient-centered environment where you can thrive and grow your career while making a meaningful impact on patient experiences. This position not only offers a sign-on bonus but also robust benefits and opportunities for career advancement, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about healthcare.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Robust Benefits Packages

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Certification in ultrasound required with additional specialty exam.
• One year of experience in a related field is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units and radiologists.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and provides patient care.

Skills

Ultrasound Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

Certified by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program

Tools

Radiology Computer System

Job description

Overview

Job Details

Shift Details: Friday- Sunday, 6:30pm - 7:00am

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Interested in being considered? Please apply, and a Talent acquisition team member will contact you regarding the next steps via email or phone. Feel free to share this opportunity with others that may be interested as well and visit our careers page: https://careers.atriumhealth.org/search/radiology-services/jobs

At Atrium Health Lake Norman, our team is collaborative, inclusive, and patient-centered. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust, shared accountability, and psychological safety. We value clear communication, integrity, and innovation while fostering empathy, respect, and a shared sense of purpose. Leadership sets the tone with a growth mindset and critical thinking. Leaders empower teams, embrace change, and champion excellence. Teammates lift each other up, value relationships within and across disciplines, and share pride in delivering safe top-quality care. It is a culture of ownership, celebration, and belonging, where people are inspired to thrive, grow together, and have fun!

Atrium Health Lake Norman is a state-of-the-art health care campus offering high-quality health care to Lake Norman and the surrounding area.

It includes an acute care hospital, emergency department, and specialty care center, all wrapped into one convenient location at the intersection of Westmoreland Road and US 21 (Statesville Road) in Cornelius, NC. Atrium Health Lake Norman strives to deliver unrivaled clinical care, the highest level of support, and a patient-first experience in an environment designed for wellness.

Built in serene shades of brown and green and nestled just a couple of miles from the shoreline, the campus is the center of our care in the Lake Norman region.

Hospital and Emergency Care

The 171,000-square-foot hospital is the heart of Atrium Health Lake Norman. It features:

• 36 patient care beds, including 12 dedicated women’s and children’s care beds
• 8-room emergency department open 24/7
• 3 operating rooms, including a cesarean (C-section) delivery room
• 2 newborn nursery stations
• 2 triage rooms
• 1 procedure room
• Imaging services, including MRI, CT scan, X-ray, ultrasound, and more
• Laboratory services

Whether you’re having a baby, undergoing surgery, or need emergency care at any hour of the day or night, our expert physicians, nurses, and support staff will be by your side.

Job Summary

Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance with 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) with specialty in Vascular required. One additional specialty examination required: AB (Abdomen), BR (Breast), OB/GYN (Obstetrics and Gynecology), PS (Pediatric), or MSKS (Musculoskeletal) required. RVT and/or CCI registry required. One-year experience required. Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred. BLS HCP certification from AHA required. Interpersonal skills required.