PRN Ultrasound Tech

Holston Medical Group Career•Kingsport, TN

15h•$29 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities with Holston Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Holston Medical Group combines the personal feel of a community-based practice with the strength, resources and career opportunities of a leading national health care organization. As a multispecialty clinic offering care across northeast Tennessee and southwest Virginia, our teams deliver high-quality, value-based care that exceeds expectations while making care easier, more affordable and more accessible. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Requirements

Two year Allied Health Degree
Successful completion of an approved one-year program in Ultrasound Technology
At least 2 years of experience in the field
May require registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or (ARRT) American Registry of Radiological Technologist
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Thorough knowledge of various ultrasound procedures and equipment including: proper technique and positioning, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required

Nice To Haves

PACS Operating Knowledge

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data.
Calibrates and maintains equipment and orders supplies when needed.
Independently produces radiographs of the highest possible quality for medical diagnostic purposes.
Set up and operate ultrasound equipment, along with properly positioning the patient, in order to produce high quality diagnostic images in conjunction with the radiologists in the performance of diagnostic procedures.
Coordinates exams, documents/records clinical findings, and prepares and maintains operational logs.
Responsible for the performance of diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
Educates patient and others regarding procedures and related information as demonstrated by documentation and feedback.
Responsible for room preparation in anticipation of the examination.
Maintain records of patients treated, examinations performed, views taken and settings used.
Responsible for the proper power up and utilization of warming techniques for equipment.
May be moved to other offices upon request based upon the business need of Holston Medical Group on an occasional basis.