Certified Ultrasound Technologist- The Medical Group
Baptist
- Location
- Onsite (Germantown, TN)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the role
Baptist Memorial Health Care is a leading not-for-profit healthcare system seeking a Certified Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. The role involves utilizing radiologic principles to assist in disease diagnosis and patient care while maintaining equipment and adhering to hospital safety protocols.
Skills
Sonography
Radiologic principles
Patient care
Diagnostic imaging
Vascular technology
Basic computer literacy
Equipment maintenance
Documentation
Performance improvement
Full job details
Job Summary
Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
- Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
- Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
- Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
- Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
- Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
- Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
- Recent experience as a Sonographer.
Education
Minimum Required
- Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 120 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire date.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
- Basic computer literacy skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
- NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 120 DAYS OF HIRE;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;RVT;ARDMS
Preferred/Desired