Ultrasound Technologist - Atrium Health University - PRN
Ultrasound Technologist - Atrium Health University - PRN
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Job Description
Atrium Health University City provides health care services in the University City Mint Hill North Mecklenburg and Southwest Cabarrus regions in North Carolina. The awardwinning maternity center provides personalized support and education throughout pregnancy delivery and recovery while the Emergency Department has more than 65000 patient visits every year. Specialties also include cancer care diabetes care heart care neuroscience rehabilitation and much more. With the onsite Farmers Market and Teaching Garden our teammates and community members have easy access to local fresh foods highlighting the nutritional and environmental benefit of locally grown produce.
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Job Summary
Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units radiologists and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance to departmental protocols and standards. Provides adequate patient care as it relates to the exam requested. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency.
Essential Functions
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
- Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures
- Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department
- Supports and contributes to the PatientCentered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.
- Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.
- Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.
- Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always
Physical Requirements
Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance. Work requires walking standing reaching stooping bending pushing pulling and lifting during normal operation. Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials. Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment. Intact sense of sight and hearing.
Education Experience and Certifications
Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required. Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred. BLS required per policy guidelines. Interpersonal skills required
Employment Type
Part-Time
