Ultrasound Technologist Weekender - Atrium Health FT Nights - 15k Sign-on Bonus
Ultrasound Technologist Weekender - Atrium Health FT Nights - 15k Sign-on Bonus
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Shift Details: Fri/Sat/Sun 7p7:30a
This position is Signon Bonus eligible. In addition to the signon bonus new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages paid time off and opportunities for career advancement.
Interested in being considered Please apply and a Talent acquisition team member will contact you regarding the next steps via email or phone. Feel free to share this opportunity with others that may be interested as well and visit our careers page: Health Cleveland in Shelby is a 241bed hospital serving greater Cleveland County NC and the surrounding region. We were the first Level III trauma center in NC offering advanced emergency care. We believe in serving the community outside our hospital walls as evidenced by our commitment to health education and through our contributions to organizations such as United Way and Relay for Life.
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Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating ultrasound exams with nursing units radiologists and physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance to departmental protocols and standards. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency. Supports and contributes to the patientcentered care philosophy by understanding that every team member is a caregiver who cares about the needs of each patient.
Essential Functions
- Reviews physicians instructions on requisition and consults with Radiologist prior to performing procedure.
- Correlates prior exams applicable test results and lab data pertinent to exam being performed.
- Verifies patient by checking ID armband and validates proof of identity.
- Reviews patients medical and clinical history and documents on requisition as pertains to exam.
- Obtains medications radiopharmaceuticals or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner authorized/certified technologist or registered nurse.
- Performs basic patient care functions and informs appropriate nursing team of any changes in the patients condition.
- Evaluates technical quality of exam and recognizes imaging abnormalities and performs additional imaging as instructed.
- Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.
Physical Requirements
This position requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds. Requires frequent walking standing reaching stooping bending pushing pulling and lifting. Must be able to read and understand patient orders and technical materials. Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment. Intact sense of sight and hearing.
Education Experience and Certifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Successful completion of Ultrasound Training Program preferred. Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or registry eligible. BLS required per policy guidelines.
Employment Type
Full-Time
