Job Description
Position Overview - Department : Ultrasound
- Schedule: Part-Time Nights - Two 12 hours shifts blocked from 5pm to 5:30am and every third weekend.
- Work Location: UAB St. Vincent‘s Chilton
- Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
What You Will Do Performs diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body
structure, providing quality images for interpretation
- Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
- Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
- Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
- Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
- Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
- Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: - BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Currently registered as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or a student/new graduate eligible to sit for exam with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) OR Currently registered as a Registered Technologist (R.T.) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Advanced certification in Sonography (R.T.(S)) required within 12 months of hire into classification.
Education :
- High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or Associate‘s degree, or Technical degree required.
Additional Preferences No additional preferences.
About UAB St. Vincent‘s UAB St. Vincent‘s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we‘re a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent‘s name. We‘re committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama‘s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
Job Tags
Part time, Night shift, Weekend work