Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Following established protocol and under the medical supervision of certified radiologists, Ultrasound technologists will operate non-invasive imaging equipment using high frequency sound waves to produce direct results for interpretation by physician. Technologists will assist the radiologists on procedures as needed and be responsible for supervision of student Radiological Technologists assigned to them.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Allied Health Professionals.
Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and/or ARRT Ultrasound; or have obtained the Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation exam with the ARDMS and must obtain registry with the ARDMS and/or ARRT Ultrasound within fifteen (15) months from date of hire or transfer into position; or current Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate with at least 20 years of experience.
Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
Knowledge of ultrasound physics and cross-sectional anatomy.
Demonstrated ability to perform and teach Ultrasound exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic images for interpretation.
Knowledge of OSHA, DHEC, FDA and TJC standards and regulations.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Requires a mature individual who projects a professional and business-like appearance.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.

Nice To Haves

One-year experience in diagnostic ultrasound.
Prefer registered in Abdomen and OB/GYN.
If ARRT, must be certified or provide documentation that certification has been applied for with the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.
SCRQSA licensure only required if employee is credentialed as a Radiologic Technologist.

Responsibilities

Operate non-invasive imaging equipment using high frequency sound waves to produce direct results for interpretation by physician.
Assist the radiologists on procedures as needed.
Be responsible for supervision of student Radiological Technologists assigned to them.
Responsible for safe operation of Ultrasound equipment.