FacilityCentral Harnett Hospital
LocationLillington, North Carolina
DepartmentUltrasound
Job FamilyAllied Health
Work ShiftVariable (United States of America)
*Summary*The Ultrasound Technologist is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the Diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities*Major Job FunctionsThe Following Is a Summary Of The Major Essential Functions Of This Job. The Incumbent May Perform Other Duties, Both Major And Minor, That Are Not Mentioned Below. In Addition, Specific Functions May Change From Time To Time:
*Minimum Qualifications*The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
*Education And Formal Training*:* High school diploma or equivalent required * Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required * ARRT (Sonography) or ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer(RDMS) preferred * New graduates who are registry eligible must be registered by either ARDMS or ARRT (Sonography) within 12 months of hire date required * Current AHA CPR certification required
*Work Experience*:* 1 year experience preferred
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required*:* Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography * Positive interpersonal skills * Verbal and written skills * Compassionate patient care * Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups * Ability to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needs * Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages
*Physical Requirements*:* Ability to communicate orally * Dexterity and visual acuity * Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations * Ability to stand for long periods of time * Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds * Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
*Required Licenses And Certifications*ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
