What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Ultrasound Tech position at North Carolina Specialty Hospital?
PRN Ultrasound Tech
North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH), has a long standing tradition of providing quality care for our patients. Our state of the art medical facility located in the Raleigh-Durham area specializes in orthopedic, ophthalmology, ear, nose, and throat as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general bariatric, interventional radiology, pain management, and reconstructive surgery. We tailor our facility and resources to best fit the needs of each. We are able to provide individualized attention to each and every patient we serve, with physicians providing personalized care.
Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?
• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance
Job Summary:
The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for providing the patient with the proper procedure and excellent quality images to assist the physician in the diagnosis of the patient’s condition or health complaint. The Ultrasound Technician will perform and record all sonographic procedures as specified by the department protocols. The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for operating various types of ultrasound equipment, transducers and recording devices, while recognizing normal and pathological conditions. The Ultrasound Technician will troubleshoot and resolve ultrasound related PACS issues. The Ultrasound Technician will contribute to and participate in work organization, scheduling, and the selection, training, and evaluation of staff as a member of a self-directed work team. The Ultrasound Technician also participates in performance improvement projects within the Ultrasound Department.
Skills & Abilities:
- Must be able to work independently as a self-starter, require minimal direction and supervision, be accountable, and make good judgement decisions
- The candidate must also know when to seek guidance, direction, and assistance when needed
- Must be flexible and open to new and innovative ideas as an individual who is comfortable working in a large, complex organization
- Must be professional, credible, highly organized, and have a commitment to high standards
- Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, as well as articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences
- Must have the ability to develop excellent working relationships with consumers and staff
- Must be able to meet established deadlines
- The candidate must be able to meet the physical requirements of walking, standing, sitting, etc. visual acuity, speaking and understanding
Training, Education, & Experience Requirements:
- Graduate of an AMA-approved Ultrasound Technologist Program
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (issued by ARDMS – RDMS) preferred, or must be able to obtain within 1 year of hire
- RVT strongly preferred
- BLS certification (through the AHA) required
- Knowledge and skill performing ultrasound scanning techniques
- Knowledge of ultrasound physical principles and instrumentation
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and related positioning for accurate imaging with skills in recognizing structures that are visualized, and the ability to demonstrate anatomical relationships- normal and pathological.
- Knowledge of Quality Control related to image quality, processor, and equipment
- Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control guidelines
- Vascular experience
- Must have two (2) years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist in a hospital setting
Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.
