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Ultrasound Technologist - DeKalb Radiology Ultrasound - PRN

Huntsville Hospital Health System

#Patient Care #Healthcare #Radiology #Ultrasound Technologist #ARRT #Clinical Rotations #RDMS #BLS Certified #Radiologic Diagnosis

Quick overview

Perform various ultrasonic examinations and technical procedures for radiologic diagnosis while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Supervise students during their clinical rotations and follow departmental protocols.

Requirements summary

Requires ARRT and/or RDMS registration or eligibility and BLS certification. A degree in Radiation Sciences or Ultrasound Technology and two years of experience are preferred.

professional certificatePatient SafetyClinical SupervisionPatient IdentificationRadiologic DiagnosisUltrasound TechniquesUltrasonic Examinations

Job description

Responsibilities

Performs ultrasonic examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician. Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in applying ultrasound techniques for radiologic diagnosis. Responsible for the safety and comfort of all patients undergoing ultrasound procedures. Ensures that all procedures have been appropriately ordered with satisfaction patient identification obtained prior to conducting procedure. Performs all procedures according to departmental protocol. Performs other related duties as required. Responsible for supervising students during clinical rotations.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Sciences or Ultrasound Technology preferred..

Experience

Two (2) years experience in performing ultrasound procedures preferred.
Licenses/Certificates: Must be ARRT and/or RDMS registered or registry eligible. BLS Certified About Us DeKalb Regional Medical Center celebrated its 35th anniversary in October 2021. Throughout its history, the team of healthcare providers here have been proud to serve the people of Fort Payne, Alabama. Today, DeKalb Regional is 134-beds and offers comprehensive services including cardiac catheterization, geriatric psychiatric services, women’s and children’s services, bariatric services, orthopedics services, and many more. DeKalb Regional and its physicians serve patients from throughout Northeast Alabama and Western Georgia. DeKalb Regional is committed to providing quality care close to home. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and the American College of Cardiology as a Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center. It was also awarded the 2023 Get with the Guidelines Rural Stroke Bronze Quality Award from the American Heart Association. In fall of 2023, DeKalb Regional was one of seven hospitals in Alabama to receive an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group. DeKalb Regional Medical Center has 500 employees and more than 100 members of the medical staff.