What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Tech position at BHS Baptist Healthcare System?
Job Description:
Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist
First Shift Full Time
Job Description:
An ultrasound technologist (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer) plays a critical role in a hospital setting by performing diagnostic imaging procedures using ultrasound equipment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation under the direction of Director of Radiology and Radiologist.
- Assist Radiologist with patient during examinations and procedures.
- Participates in CQI activities and provides input for improvement.
- Replenish supplies.
- Assures safe operation and daily maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
- Must pass initial competency test and yearly competency testing thereafter.
- Occasionally performs duties of Staff Radiologic Technologist and assumes other duties as necessary, assigned by the Director of Radiology.
- Must maintain current BLS.
Essential Qualifications:
- Must be a Radiologic Technologist with a current Kentucky certification
- Must be a registered ultrasound technologist (ARDMS) or be registry eligible
- BLS required.
Benefits:
- Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave.
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
