Ultrasound Technologist

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

Job Description:

UltrasoundTechnologist

Full-Time,FirstShift

BHCOR-Radiology DiagnosticICorbin, KY

Eligible for $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Ultrasound department, also known as Sonography, specializes in imaging that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the body's internal structures. Obstetric Ultrasound:Monitoringfetal development during pregnancy. Abdominal Ultrasound: Evaluating organs like the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas. Vascular Ultrasound: Checking for blood clots, blockages, or circulation issues in veins and arteries. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections.

Provides health care services by applying sonic energy toassistin diagnosis. Performs sonography procedures, computerprocessingand related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by a Radiologist or a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service andmaintainsa demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditionsin order toprovideappropriate patientcare to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure.

Description:

Produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensure proper archiving in PACS, and send images to tele-radiology as needed.

Prepare and document image releases andparticipatein peer review and accreditation processes.

Assistleadership with equipment, software, and maintenance coordination.

Restock supplies, report equipment or safety issues, and help manage inventory and resource needs.

Stay current on regulatory standards and support EHR updates or workflow changes.

Verify patient identity and orders, document patient-care events, and perform required safety/time-out procedures.

Follow exam protocols, provide initial interpretations, and coordinate patient flow with nursing and transport.

Monitor patients during exams andassistRadiologists and other providers during procedures.

Maintain professional conduct, support department workflow, and help train students and new employees.

Follow hospital policies, safety requirements, infection control practices, andparticipatein requiredtrainingsand drills.

Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent.Direct on the job experience can replace program requirements.

Active registration or eligibility for registration with one of the following:ARRT, ARDMS,CCI

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

Must obtain ARDMS certificationwithin one (1) year of hire, if not already certified

Must obtain andmaintainBasic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

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

Retirement with Company Match

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.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

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Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R26100276