Ultrasound Technologist - Imaging Department

Advocate Health•Rome, GA

49d•$36 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist in the Imaging Department at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations. This full-time position requires adherence to patient-centered care principles, operation of radiology computer systems, and maintenance of a neat and stocked work area. The technologist will also assist the Radiologist in invasive procedures and report any malfunctioning equipment.

Requirements

Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
BLS certification is required.
Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
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

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
Assists Radiologist in performing 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.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program