Ultrasound Technologist | PRN | Methodist Diagnostic Center | Southaven

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare•Southaven, MS

28d

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist operates ultrasound and non-invasive vascular equipment to perform examinations, following the Radiology/Ultrasound Procedure Guide and modeling behavior consistent with MLH’s mission, vision, and values. The role involves monitoring patients, documenting and reporting findings accurately and promptly, and coordinating patient-care and department communications with the radiological services team. The technologist supports professional practice and quality standards, helps guide and teach other Associates, and ensures equipment performance through quality-control testing and adjustments. The position also requires maintaining continuing education and certification needed for ACR accreditation, managing expendable supplies, and using the RIS/PACS system within the scope of the role. Breast experience is strongly preferred. This is an as-needed (PRN) role at Methodist Diagnostic Center in Southaven, with rotating shifts between Monday and Friday, 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. No supervisory or lead responsibilities are assigned, although the incumbent may occasionally demonstrate job responsibilities to other Associates.

Requirements

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Abdomen) certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Skill in performing ultrasound examinations in the designated area.
Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, including patient records and technical manuals.
Ability to communicate verbally with coworkers, physicians, patients, and patients’ families.
Ability to work without close supervision and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.

Nice To Haves

Breast experience is strongly preferred.
Associate degree in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, or Vascular Technology.
Bachelor’s degree.
Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Ultrasound/Sonography.
Technical degree or diploma in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Ultrasound/Sonography.
No prior work experience is preferred.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Neurosonology) certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered Vascular Technologist certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Obstetrics and Gynecology) certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Breast) certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound examinations as established in the Radiology/Ultrasound Procedure Guide.
Provide ongoing patient assessment through observation of patients and records, and report findings accurately and on time.
Guide and teach others as part of their development.
Promote professional practice among radiological services care-team members.
Participate in quality monitoring and evaluation activities and maintain measures to meet hospital, DNV, and other quality standards.
Ensure equipment is performing optimally, and perform appropriate quality-control tests and adjustments to maximize image quality.
Obtain continuing education and certification needed for the Ultrasound Lab to maintain ACR accreditation; pursue education to improve technical skills and exam quality.
Coordinate patient-care and department-related communications among radiological services team members.
Attend and participate in departmental or hospital committees and group meetings as appointed or assigned.
Maintain supply inventory, including film, drugs, and other expendable supplies.
Demonstrate competent operation of the RIS/PACS system within the scope of the job.