Summary Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Ultrasound principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Completes assigned goals.
Requirements, Preferences and Experience EducationMinimum: Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 120 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire date.ExperiencePreferred: Recent experience as a Ultrasound Technologist.Licensure, Registration, CertificationPreferred: ARDMSMinimum: NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 120 DAYS OF HIRE;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;RVT;ARDMSSpecial SkillsMinimum: Basic computer literacy skills.About Baptist Memorial Health Care At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.At Baptist, We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Paid vacation/time off
Continuing education opportunities
Generous retirement plan
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Sick leave
Service awards
Free parking
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Education assistance/continuing education
Employee referral program
Job Summary: Position: 10669 - Technologist-Ultrasound CertifiedFacility: BMH - Crittenden HospitalDepartment: CR Rad-UltrasoundCategory: Radiology & ImagingType: ClinicalWork Type: Full TimeWork Schedule: DaysLocation: US:AR:West MemphisLocated in the Memphis metro area REQNUMBER: 24327
