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Eastgate Medical Center
Ultrasound Technologist or Breast Sonographer - PRN
Job Summary:
The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound procedures and techniques producing diagnostic images for a licensed practitioner to interpret. The Tech demonstrates direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner.
Essential Functions:
- Confirms the quality, accuracy, and confidentiality of all pertinent patient, lab, and procedural data.
- Knowledge in workflows, procedures, and processes of the imaging modalities.
- Responsible for patient documentation, procedure preparation and instructions.
- Documents sonographer's impressions and relays findings to physician.
- Participates in performance improvement projects and the education of new staff.
Education:
- Associates, America Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound (required)
Licensure/Certification:
- 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)
Experience:
- 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred)
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
- Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- 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'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com