Ultrasound Technologist

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Associates Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

Job Description:

Ultrasound Technologist

Full Time I Second Shift

Diagnostic and Imaging I Lexington, Ky

$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Individuals

The Ultrasound team at Baptist Health works together to provide the highest level of care for every patient. Each team member is highly trained in the use of our advanced imaging technologies and in meeting the individual needs of our patients. If you need Diagnostic Imaging, you can count on the compassionate and skilled team at Baptist Health to be with you every step of the way. Our staff includes fellowship-trained radiologists, radiologic technologists, sonographers and nuclear medicine technologists. From helping you prepare for your tests to listening carefully to your questions and clearly explaining everything you need to know, you'll appreciate our careful attention and support.

Description:

Maintains a cohesive working relationship and spirit of cooperation with coworkers, other employees and related individuals.

Sets a positive example for staff through professional knowledge, appearance, personal conduct and interactions

Maintains a professional working environment and follows all hospital policies and guideline recommendations.

Follow and implement hospital policies and guideline recommendations.

Proactively plans and executes daily patient flow and staff schedule.

Provides supervision and instruction to ultrasound students on site for clinical rotation.

Actively participates in training new employees in equipment functionality, exam protocols and modifications.

Produce quality images for Radiologist's review with correct interpretation.

Prepares copy of images and records image release in electronic health record.

Verifies images archived to PACS and notifies PACS administrator of any issues.

Send images to tele-radiology service after hours as instructed.

Participates in image Peer Review with US Coordinator.

Works with US Coordinator and Radiologist on ACR accreditation as needed.

Assists US Coordinator, Radiology Manager, and Radiology Director in equipment and software selections.

Verifies orders, verifies patient name/birth date and history.

Documents of all incidents related to patient care on electronic health records (example-incident reports, medications given, etc.)

Performs and documents time out procedure for invasive procedures.

Follow department protocol for all exams.

Provides initial interpretation for exams by department protocol.

Works with transport and nursing units to coordinate patient exams.

Continuously monitors the patient throughout the exam.

Assist Radiologist and authorize providers with exams/procedures as necessary.

Qualifications:

Associate degree.

Satisfactory completion of an accredited education program in sonography or equivalent.

Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or eligible.

Must obtain ARDMS certification in Abdomen and OB-Gyn. If not certified upon hire, you must obtain certifications within one year of hire.

Less than one year.

Current CPR for Healthcare Providers.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R26097603