Ultrasound Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Mercy
- Charlotte, NC
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
- Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.
- Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.
- Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.
- Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.
- Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.
- Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always.
- Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
- Two of the following registries are required. Vascular (RVT), AB (Abdomen), PS (Pediatric).
- CPR certification required.
- Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.
- None
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
- Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.
- Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.
- Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.
- Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.
- Intact sense of sight and hearing
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program