Ultrasound Technologist - Ashland City, TN

Roshal Health•Ashland City, TN

About The Position

Roshal Health is hiring a PRN Ultrasound Technologist in Ashland City, Tennessee. The company provides ultrasound, echocardiogram, and other diagnostic imaging services, with work primarily in emergency-room environments at hospitals and freestanding facilities. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound studies according to accepted protocols and working independently while maintaining professional, effective relationships with patients and facility staff. The technologist must be comfortable performing general abdominal, general obstetric, and general vascular scans or procedures. The position requires safe operation of ultrasound equipment, adherence to facility and company standards, accurate documentation, and the ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in busy, stressful, or emergency situations. Physical duties include standing and walking for extended periods, moving equipment, and assisting with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility.

Requirements

At least 1 year of ultrasound imaging experience after graduation.
Current ARDMS certification, RDMS; certification in Ab or OB is preferred.
Valid driver's license.
BLS/CPR certification.
Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
Ability to pass health requirements for hospital employment, including a drug screen and background check.
Comfort performing general abdominal, general OB, and general vascular scans or procedures.
Ability to use mobile phone devices and applications.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology sufficient to identify the area to be imaged.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining a safe work environment.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful, or emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, by phone, and in writing.
Adherence to policies and procedures, including safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance standards.
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and maintain quality-control standards.
Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, facility medical staff, management, and peers.
Ability to maintain the mental acuity, situational awareness, and decision-making ability required to perform essential duties safely and effectively.
Ability to safely lift and move 30 pounds independently and assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to manage interactions in difficult or stressful situations.
Physical ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods; bend, stoop, twist, reach, and reposition patients frequently; and occasionally squat, kneel, or work in confined or awkward spaces.
Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies; push and pull ultrasound machines, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment; and assist with patient transfers and movement.
Ability to perform frequent to constant hand and upper-extremity tasks, repetitive fine-motor movements, and work in extended, elevated, static, or awkward positions.
Continuous visual concentration and hand-eye coordination while operating equipment and monitoring ultrasound images.
Physical endurance to perform multiple examinations throughout the workday and safely maneuver around patients, beds, equipment, and obstacles.

Nice To Haves

ARDMS RDMS certification in Ab or OB.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound diagnostic studies in accordance with accepted protocols.
Maintain a professional demeanor and respond promptly and professionally to work-related calls.
Contact the assigned facility with an estimated arrival time and arrive within the prescribed timeframe.
Follow prescribed safety standards when operating equipment.
Maintain work areas in compliance with client standards.
Maintain accurate records, reports, and files as directed.
Document work processes as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assess patients, acquire images, prioritize examinations, and communicate with the care team as part of safely performing the role.
Assist with patient positioning, transfers, and movement as required for examinations.