Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - St. Rita's Medical Center

Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - St. Rita's Medical Center

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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. The technologist may be required to learn to scan vascular exams, e.g., venous duplex scans, and will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership, the Ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology.

• Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient , and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed.
• Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable).
• Ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment and reports changes to patient care services.
• Documents sonographer's impressions and relays findings to physician.
• Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents all pertinent information, e.g., lab values, patient histories; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency particularly related to patients who are newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric as deemed necessary by designated facility.
• Participates in performance improvement projects.
• Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal, state and local agency audits.
• Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff. Conducts high level disinfection of probes per Joint Commission standards.
• Uses various ultrasound modalities dependent on the type of anatomy being examined.
• Becomes proficient in recognizing cross-sectionally anatomy and understanding related technology.
• Demonstrates favorable guest relations and continues to promote the hospital’s values in daily work performance.
• May also perform other related patient care duties.

• Associates, American Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound (required).

• Credentialed in Ultrasound technology by one of the following:
  American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care).
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Abdomen, Breast, Obstetrics/Gynecology (preferred).

• 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred).
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred).
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred).

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at