Ultrasound Technologist / Ultrasound / Full Time

Job Description

An ultrasound technologist is expected to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines and protocols, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality while effectively communicating and addressing patient concerns. They must produce accurate diagnostic images, identify both normal and abnormal anatomical structures, and assist physicians in interpreting results. Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with the healthcare team are vital for providing exceptional patient care and supporting diagnostic needs. Additionally, professionalism, time management, and compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols are crucial to this role.

Education & Credentials:

Required

• Effective July 29, 2016, newly employed Imaging Technologist are required to possess an Associate degree from an accredited program of Medical Sonography.
• Current ARDMS registration with at least two specialties or registered with OB credential and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) competency within 90 days of hire. (CVHS competency required)
• BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within one month of employment date.

Preferred

2 or more years' experience in modality hired.

Work Experience:

Required

No previous experience required.

Preferred

2 or more years' experience for medical ultrasound. Ten or more years' experience in OB for MFM.

About Us

About Catawba Valley Medical Center COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY As the region's largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home. Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time. At A Glance:

• Region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women's Choice Award winner for America's Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available. One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5517
• Job Category Allied Health
• Job Shift 7AM - 7PM
• Locations 810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC, 28602, US