PRN Floating Ultrasound Technologist - South and Central Charlotte

Lumexa Imaging•Charlotte, NC

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Charlotte Radiology is hiring a PRN Floating Ultrasound Technologist to perform ultrasound scans and produce consistently high-quality examinations in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, licensing requirements, and departmental protocols. The technologist provides excellent patient care, completes orders and related paperwork accurately and promptly, and monitors patient safety. This PRN role floats among Charlotte Radiology locations in South and Central Charlotte, North Carolina. PRN employees work a maximum of 23 hours per week, and shifts may vary by schedule, day, and hours. Shifts include weekdays, weekday evenings until 9 p.m., and weekend days. The stated PRN rate is $46.50. Travel is listed as 0 to 25%.

Requirements

Required certifications: RVT, 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 stay current with local and federal regulations applicable to licensure and role.
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 must 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 distinguish artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognize imaging abnormalities.

Responsibilities

Examine orders and verify the accuracy of patient requests; address questionable orders with the Radiologist before performing procedures.
Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images of designated portions of the body under a physician’s direct order and in accordance with radiation safety procedures.
Complete required 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 ordering or repairs as needed.
Communicate with PACS/IT regarding imaging distribution when necessary.
Communicate effectively with the Radiologist regarding protocols as needed.
Follow 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.
Distinguish artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognize imaging abnormalities.