Description

Overview

Piedmont Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Piedmont Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary Ultrasound Technologist Fulltime weekend Nights Fri-Sun 7p-730am
***$20,000 Sign-on Bonus (Paid over 2 years)***

The position exists to provide ultrasound examinations for patients of all ages. Ultrasonographers provide patient care services using ultrasound imaging modalities. This includes assessing patient condition, operating ultrasound equipment, proficiency in PACS, preparing examination rooms, and maintaining equipment, supplies and medications. Ultrasonographers are also required to maintain necessary patient records and participate in the departmental Performance Improvement program. Ultrasonographers also function as clinical instructors for students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology and ultrasound programs. Night and weekend call is required.
Responsibilities

• Obtains patient data before procedure-history, DOB, age, history.
• Usually explains procedure to be performed; facilitates patient's cooperation and alleviates anxiety.
• Transfers patient to exam table and ensures proper covering of patient according to policy and procedure.
• Arranges, attaches, or adjusts immobilization and support devices according to procedure, ensuring limitation of patient movement.
• Assesses patient's condition & determines proper breathing instructions (utilizing it properly), exposure factors.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications
Qualifications:

• Required:
  • Education: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
  • Experience: Must have a working knowledge of ultrasound procedures achieved through advanced training.
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • RDMS with a minimum of one modality within the first year of employment.
    • American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required.
• Preferred:
  • Experience: 1 to 2 years of job-related experience is preferred.
  • Licensure/Certification: RVT certification is preferred

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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2503035669
Requisition #: 2503035669

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