What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Ultrasound Technologist
Full-Time, First Shift
BHCOR-Radiology Diagnostic I Corbin, KY
The Ultrasound department, also known as Sonography, specializes in imaging that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the body’s internal structures. Obstetric Ultrasound: Monitoring fetal development during pregnancy. Abdominal Ultrasound: Evaluating organs like the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas. Vascular Ultrasound: Checking for blood clots, blockages, or circulation issues in veins and arteries. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections.
Provides health care services by applying sonic energy to assist in diagnosis. Performs sonography procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by a Radiologist or a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditions in order to provide appropriate patient care to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure.
Description:
- Produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensure proper archiving in PACS, and send images to tele-radiology as needed.
- Prepare and document image releases and participate in peer review and accreditation processes.
- Assist leadership with equipment, software, and maintenance coordination.
- Restock supplies, report equipment or safety issues, and help manage inventory and resource needs.
- Stay current on regulatory standards and support EHR updates or workflow changes.
- Verify patient identity and orders, document patient-care events, and perform required safety/time-out procedures.
- Follow exam protocols, provide initial interpretations, and coordinate patient flow with nursing and transport.
- Monitor patients during exams and assist Radiologists and other providers during procedures.
- Maintain professional conduct, support department workflow, and help train students and new employees.
- Follow hospital policies, safety requirements, infection control practices, and participate in required trainings and drills.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent. Direct on the job experience can replace program requirements.
- Active registration or eligibility for registration with one of the following: ARRT, ARDMS, CCI
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Must obtain ARDMS certification within one (1) year of hire, if not already certified
- Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
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