Imaging Technologist Advanced / Ultrasound / PRN

Catawba Valley Health System • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

Summary of Performance Expectations: An ultrasound technologist is expected to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines and protocols, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality while effectively communicating and addressing patient concerns. They must produce accurate diagnostic images, identify both normal and abnormal anatomical structures, and assist physicians in interpreting results. Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with the healthcare team are vital for providing exceptional patient care and supporting diagnostic needs. Additionally, professionalism, time management, and compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols are crucial to this role. Education & Credentials: Effective July 29, 2016, newly employed Imaging Technologist are required to possess an Associate degree from an accredited program of Medical Sonography. Current ARDMS registration with at least two specialties or registered with OB credential and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) competency within 90 days of hire. (CVHS competency required) BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within one month of employment date.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited program of Medical Sonography.
• Current ARDMS registration with at least two specialties or registered with OB credential and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) competency within 90 days of hire. (CVHS competency required)
• BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within one month of employment date.
• No previous experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years’ experience in modality hired.
• 2 or more years’ experience for medical ultrasound.
• Ten or more years’ experience in OB for MFM.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality.
• Effectively communicate and address patient concerns.
• Produce accurate diagnostic images.
• Identify both normal and abnormal anatomical structures.
• Assist physicians in interpreting results.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Maintain professionalism and time management.
• Comply with healthcare regulations and safety protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees