Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound TechnologistJoin Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!We are searching for a talented Ultrasound Technologist$10,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)Hours: 40hrsShift: Day/Evening shift, 12:30pm - 9:00pm with shift and on call coverage every fourth weekend, weeknight on call coverage, holiday rotation call coverageLocation: Tobey Hospital - Wareham, MAA career at Southcoast Health offers you:A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serveCompetitive pay and comprehensive benefits packageGenerous Earned Time Off Package**Employee Wellbeing Program403B Retirement Plan with company matchTuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programsProfessional growth opportunities and customized leadership training**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.ResponsibilitiesUnder the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee, perform diversified clinical patient care, technical and related duties within assigned modality as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Assume responsibility for each assigned patient, perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with exam/procedure request. Obtain pertinent information from patients chart and document all data within the EHR. Educate patient for exam. Position patient and select appropriate imaging equipment and supplies. Identify, prepare and/or administer pharmaceuticals related to the exam/procedure. Select technical factors/ parameters/sequences to produce quality images. Properly identify anatomy and evaluate images for technical quality. Aware of the principles of ALARA and MR safety practices. Assist physicians in performing procedures.QualificationsSuccessful completion of an accredited program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Vascular Technology and attainment of primary certification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, the Cardiovascular Credentialing International, or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Sonography is required.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hiredCompensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.Pay RangeUSD $37.64 - USD $55.27 /Hr.Rotation Schedule Requirementshift and on call coverage every fourth weekend, weeknight on call coverage, holiday rotation call coverage