Ultrasound Technician

Ultrasound TechnicianMaria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Ultrasound Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.Maria Parham Health, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, is the region's healthcare provider, offering comprehensive services supported by skilled physicians, nurses, and clinical specialists. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the College of American Pathologists, we deliver exceptional care through our advanced Emergency Department, Maternity Center, Intensive and Progressive Care units, Medical/Surgical services, and inpatient rehabilitation. Maria Parham also offers state-of-the-art physical, occupational, and speech therapy on an outpatient basis, ensuring patients receive high-quality, accessible care close to home.The Ultrasound Technician performs high-quality abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvic, breast, and small-parts ultrasound examinations for accurate interpretation by the radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness. This role ensures proper equipment calibration, maintains an organized work area and adequate supplies, and provides appropriate care to patients across the lifespan. The technologist serves as a clinical resource to physicians and staff regarding scan accuracy and appropriateness, participates in performance improvement and continuing education, and upholds regular, reliable attendance while adhering to safety and infection-control standards.We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What we're looking for Applicants should have:Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or School of Radiology required.One (1) year of diagnostic medical sonography experience preferredGraduate of an accredited DMS program or ARRT/DMS certificationBasic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire