Ultrasound Technologist

Southcoast Health System

USD $38.00 - USD $53.85 /Hr.

tuition assistance, 403(b), retirement plan

United States, Massachusetts, Fall River

Nov 13, 2024

Ultrasound Technologist

Location

US-MA-Fall River

ID

2024-35442

Schedule

Regular Part-Time

Remote

Department

C-Ultrasound

Overview

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 6 years in a row!

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

We are searching for a talented Ultrasound Technologist

*$8,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*

Hours: 24 flex 32hrs

Shift: Day/Evening shift; Position will be included in department weekend, on call, and holiday coverage rotation.

Location: Charlton Memorial Hospital - Fall River, MA; Position will provide off site coverage as part of scheduled shifts

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package**
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee, perform diversified clinical patient care, technical and related duties within assigned modality as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Assume responsibility for each assigned patient, perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with exam/procedure request. Obtain pertinent information from patient*s chart and document all data within the EHR. Educate patient for exam. Position patient and select appropriate imaging equipment and supplies. Identify, prepare and/or administer pharmaceuticals related to the exam/procedure. Select technical factors/ parameters/sequences to produce quality images. Properly identify anatomy and evaluate images for technical quality. Aware of the principles of ALARA and MR safety practices. Assist physicians in performing procedures.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an accredited program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Vascular Technology and attaiment of primary certification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, the Cardiovascular Credentialing International, or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Sonography is required.
Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
RDMS required with RVT preferred.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Pay Range

USD $38.00 - USD $53.85 /Hr.

Rotation Schedule Requirement

weekend, on call, and holiday rotation