PRN Ultrasound Technologist - Northern Charlotte locations

Lumexa Imaging • Huntersville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Charlotte Radiology is hiring a PRN Ultrasound Technologist serving its Northern Charlotte-area locations in Concord, Denver, and Huntersville, North Carolina. The role performs ultrasound scans and produces consistently high-quality examinations in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, licensing requirements, and departmental protocols. The technologist provides excellent patient care, monitors patient safety, and completes orders, lab work, and authorization confirmation accurately and promptly.

This PRN position has a base rate of $46.50, plus any applicable evening or weekend shift differentials. PRN employees will not work more than 24 hours per week and are eligible for 401(k) benefits. Weekday and weekend shifts are available. Travel is listed as 0 to 25%.

Charlotte Radiology describes itself as an imaging provider serving NC/SC healthcare providers and patients through advanced imaging technology, more than 40 locations, and more than 500 team members. Its mission is to be recognized as the premier radiology expert, putting people first through collaborative teamwork and quality-driven, customer-focused services.

Requirements

• RVT certification.
• RDMS certification in Abdomen and OB/GYN.
• Associate degree or junior college education in Radiologic Technology.
• Ultrasound experience.
• Ability to perform procedures in accordance with CR departmental protocols and standards.
• Up-to-date knowledge of local and federal regulations applicable to the role and licensure.
• Ability to review patient history for pertinent information.
• Ability to communicate with the Radiologist or referring physician when a protocol is needed or a test needs to be altered.
• Ability to report malfunctioning equipment to the Ultrasound engineer.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift 50–75 pounds.
• Positive communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to new and varied situations and procedures according to patient capability.
• Ability to differentiate artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognize imaging abnormalities.

Responsibilities

• Review orders and verify the patient request for accuracy; consult the Radiologist about questionable orders before performing procedures.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images of designated body areas under a physician’s direct order and in accordance with applicable safety procedures.
• Complete paperwork, orders, email order requests, and authorization confirmations accurately and promptly.
• Record patient medical history on the designated history form and correlate test results and other lab data with the examination.
• Perform basic patient care functions and inform appropriate nursing staff when needed.
• Operate the radiology computer system.
• Monitor supplies, stock room, and equipment; initiate orders or repairs as needed.
• Communicate with PACS/IT about imaging distribution when necessary.
• Communicate with the Radiologist to obtain protocols as needed.
• Follow CR departmental protocols and standards and applicable local and federal regulations.
• Review patient history for pertinent information and communicate with the Radiologist or referring physician when a protocol is needed or a test must be altered.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the Ultrasound engineer.
• Differentiate artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognize imaging abnormalities.
• Maintain patient safety and adapt procedures to patient capability.

Benefits

• PRN base rate of $46.50 plus applicable evening and/or weekend shift differentials.
• 401(k) benefits for PRN employees.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• PTO.
• Telehealth.
• Disability benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree