Ultrasound Technician PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health • Somerset, KY

23h • Onsite

About The Position

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who
you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern,
state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery
program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational
opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline.
Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual
arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing
excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position
also offers:

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition
assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free
gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and
discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement
opportunities.

Position Summary:

Under the general guidance of the physicians/providers performs a variety of
diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or School of Radiology required.
• One year of diagnostic medical sonography experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited DMS program or ARRT/DMS certification
• BLS required within 30 days of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days after hire date.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• One year of diagnostic medical sonography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician.
• Provides age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan.
• Maintains supplies and ensures a clean, orderly work area; notifies supervisor of needed items.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity.
• Acts as a consultant and educational resource for physicians and staff regarding appropriateness and accuracy of scans.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed