Ultrasound Tech - Midtown OB - PRN

Ultrasound Technologist

Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.

Provides outpatient only services for healthcare-related imaging to patients of all ages in the areas of general abdomen, OB/GYN, and small parts. The Ultrasound Technologist assists in developing and administering sonographic procedures and policies as well as organize machine maintenance and performs periodic calibrations.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs abdominal, retroperitoneal, small parts, Vascular, obstetric and gynecological scan and completes essential forms related to exams.
• Communicates critical findings to Radiologists.
• Maintains records of examination date and other pertinent information on patients.
• Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the department.
• Cares for as well as operates necessary equipment
• Performs necessary maintenance with usage of other Special Testing equipment
• Maintains cleanliness of all work areas
• Demonstrates awareness of patient needs and education, striving to provide excellence in quality patient care
• Places orders for all supplies and equipment as needed to maintain adequate stock, utilizing principles of cost-effectiveness
• Assumes assigned responsibilities in a cooperative effort to maintain departmental quality assurance
• Provides assistance to co-workers as is necessary and appropriate, demonstrating a consistent effort to increase the speed and efficiency of all departmental functions
• Provides clear, complete instructions to all patients, answering questions as accurately as is possible
• Oversee or designate a qualified individual to oversee the radiation protection program for employees, patients, and other individuals in the surrounding area
• May travel to various Wilmington Health locations as needed, to include Jacksonville, NC, Porters Neck, and/or Brunswick Forest (Leland, NC).

Other Duties:

• As assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

Required :

• Education: Completion of an ultrasound-training program with ARDMS certification
• Licensure: Current ARDMS registry and North Carolina license
• Experience: General radiology skills and at least two years of experience
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients and co-workers.
• Full COVID 19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment for all positions with Wilmington Health. Documentation is required prior to orientation.

Wilmington Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are committed to treating everyone equally with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran's status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information, or any other class protected under state or federal law.

ADA Physical Demands:

Rarely (Less than .5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 8.0 hrs/day)

Physical Demand - Required? - Frequency

Standing - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Walking - Frequently

Kneeling/Crouching - Rarely

Lifting - Rarely