Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - All Hospital Locations (PRN)

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

0.01

Work Shift :

Other (United States of America)

Job Locations : All hospital locations including Roper Hospital (Downtown Charleston), BSSF (West Ashley), Mount Pleasant Hospital, and Berkeley Hospital (Summerville).

Job Summary : Following established protocol and under the medical supervision of certified radiologists, Ultrasound technologists will operate non-invasive imaging equipment using high frequency sound waves to produce direct results for interpretation by physician.

Technologists will assist the radiologists on procedures as needed and be responsible for supervision of student Radiological Technologists assigned to them.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Allied Health Professionals.

Experience : Prefer one-year experience in diagnostic ultrasound.

• Licensure / Certification : Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and / or ARRT Ultrasound;
• or have obtained the Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation exam with the ARDMS and must obtain registry with the ARDMS and / or ARRT Ultrasound within fifteen (15) months from date of hire or transfer into position;

or current Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate with at least 20 years of experience. Prefer registered in Abdomen and OB / GYN.

If ARRT, must be certified or provide documentation that certification has been applied for with the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.

Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. SCRQSA licensure only required if employee is credentialed as a Radiologic Technologist.

Registrations to be verified via applicable sites : www.arrt.org,

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Knowledge / Skills : Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as knowledge of ultrasound physics and cross-sectional anatomy.

Must have demonstrated ability to perform and teach Ultrasound exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic images for interpretation.

Knowledge of OSHA, DHEC, FDA and TJC standards and regulations. Responsible for safe operation of Ultrasound equipment. Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Other : Requires a mature individual who projects a professional and business-like appearance. Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.

Contacts : Frequent personal contact with patients, staff, physicians, student Technologists

Work Demands / Environment :

Frequent standing, walking. Frequent lifting / moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling, up to 50 lbs.

Frequent use of finger / hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands / arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.

Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and / or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.

Frequent exposure to risk of radiation. Intermittent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Quiet to moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and / or work weekends / holidays based on the needs of the department.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w / AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department :

Radiology Services Ancillary - Ultrasound - Berkeley Hospital