Ultrasound Technologist - Chattanooga, TN

Roshal Health•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Roshal Health is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for PRN work. 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 and working independently while communicating with patients, medical staff, client facilities, and colleagues. The technologist must be comfortable with general abdominal, general OB, and general vascular scans and procedures. The position requires following accepted imaging protocols and safety standards, maintaining accurate documentation and work areas, and responding promptly and professionally to work-related calls. The role also involves meeting prescribed arrival timeframes at assigned facilities. This work has substantial physical demands, including prolonged standing and walking, patient positioning and transfers, moving equipment, and repetitive upper-extremity activity. Roshal Health describes opportunities for professional development and career growth. Full benefits and PTO are available to full-time and most part-time employees.

Requirements

At least 1 year of ultrasound imaging experience after graduation.
Current ARDMS certification (RDMS), ideally in Ab or OB.
Valid driver's license.
BLS/CPR certification.
Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
Ability to pass required hospital employment health requirements, including drug screening and background check.
Comfort with general abdominal, general OB, and general vascular scans and procedures.
Ability to use mobile phone devices and applications.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology sufficient to pinpoint the area being imaged.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing 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 standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and maintain quality-control standards.
Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision and to multitask efficiently and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, client-facility medical staff, management, and peers.
Ability to maintain the mental acuity, situational awareness, and decision-making ability needed for patient assessment, image acquisition, prioritization, and communication with the care team.
Ability to safely lift and move 30 pounds independently and assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility activities.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including managing interactions in difficult or stressful situations.

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.