PRN Ultrasound Technologist - Northern Charlotte locations

Charlotte Radiology•Huntersville, NC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound scans to produce consistently high-quality examinations in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. The role provides excellent patient care, monitors patient safety, and completes paperwork, orders, lab work, and authorization confirmation quickly and accurately. This is a PRN position at locations in Concord, Denver, and Huntersville, North Carolina. Weekday and weekend shifts are available. PRN employees will not work more than 24 hours per week. The base rate is $46.50, with applicable evening and/or weekend shift differentials. Travel required is 0 to 25% of the time.

Requirements

RVT and RDMS certifications in Abdomen and OB/GYN.
Associate degree or junior college education in Radiologic Technology.
Ultrasound experience.
Ability to perform procedures according to CR departmental protocols and standards.
Must be up to date with 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 MD when a protocol must be obtained or a test altered.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift 50–75 lbs.
Positive communication skills.
Ability to adapt to new and varied situations and procedures according to patient capability.
Ability to distinguish artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognize imaging abnormalities.

Responsibilities

Examine orders and verify patient requests for accuracy; address questionable orders with the Radiologist before performing procedures.
Operate ultrasound equipment to produce quality images of designated body areas under a physician’s direct order and in accordance with radiation safety procedures.
Complete paperwork, orders, email order requests, and authorization tasks accurately and promptly.
Record patient medical history accurately on the designated history form.
Correlate test results and other lab data with the examination being performed.
Perform basic patient care functions and inform appropriate nursing staff when needed.
Operate the radiology computer system.
Monitor supplies, the stock room, and equipment; initiate orders or repairs as needed.
Communicate with PACS/IT regarding imaging distribution when necessary.
Communicate with the Radiologist regarding protocols as needed.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the Ultrasound engineer.