Ultrasound Technician - PRNSouth Sunflower County Hospital

Description

Staff Ultrasound Technologist must:

· Have an associate degree in sonography, from an institution accredited by the CAAHEP, that prepares students to sit for the certification exam.

Staff Ultrasound Technologist Duties:

· Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern

· Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention

· Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure

· Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results

· Schedule outpatient procedures for Radiology

· Manage several patients and priorities and be able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment

· Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with other team members

Requirements

Education:

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited Ultrasound or Radiologic Technology program (required)
• Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology (preferred)

Licenses/Certifications:

• (S) ARDMS or ARRT - Sonography or equivalent credential (RDMS or CCI) Upon Hire or within facility-specified timeframe (required)

Experience:

• 1+ years clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound imaging (preferred)
• Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting (preferred)