• Ultrasound Technologist

    LifePoint Health (Rutherfordton, NC)


    Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility that offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.

     

    Rutherford Regional Health System’s partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare is bringing the pieces together to transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Duke LifePoint Healthcare is a joint venture of Duke University Health System, one of the country’s leading academic health systems, and LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to Making Communities Healthier. These two forces joined because of the shared interest in collaborating with hospitals, healthcare providers and patients to bring high quality, innovative healthcare services to communities. Duke LifePoint combines Duke’s unparalleled expertise in clinical excellence and quality care with LifePoint's extensive resources and knowledge and experience operating community hospitals and healthcare organizations.

     

    Rutherford Regional Health System includes the following: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Rutherford Family Care, Rutherford East Family Care, Forest City Family Care, Chase Family Care, Polk Medical Specialties, Rutherford Orthopedics, Rutherford Urology, Rutherford Children's Care, Premier Women’s Care, The Mammography Place, and Rutherford Surgical Associates.

     

    Under the general guidance of the physicians/providers performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures.

     

    *Essential Functions:*

    * Receives patients, explains method of procedure and makes sure patient is comfortable.

    * Provides patient services to all ages using imaging modalities.

    * Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.

    * Maintains equipment and supplies and organizes work area.

    * Keeps accurate records, helps with scheduling of the ultrasound and keeps patient flow smooth.

    * Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of restraint/support devices.

    * Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination for interpretation and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.

    * Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination for interpretation and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.

    * Uses computer system in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care: (a) patient's full name (b) patient's medical record number (c) patient's date of birth (d) examinations performed.

    * Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination documentation and charges.

    *Minimum Education*

    * Associate's Degree required.

    *Required Skills*

    * Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

    * Computer: Basic computer skills

    *Certifications*

    * BLS required.

    * Licenses: ARDMS certified highly preferred or ARDMS eligible. If not certified, must complete within one year of employment or transfer. Multi-modality certifications are a plus.

    * ARRT encouraged, but not required.

    *Minimum Work Experience*

    * 1-2 years preferred

    *Benefits - Wide range of benefits options!*

     

    Here at Rutherford Regional, you choose your own Medical, Dental, and Vision plans from a variety of competitive options that give you the coverage that best fits your needs.

     

    * HSA

    * 401(K) retirement plan contributions

    * Generous Paid Time Off

    * Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

    * Prescription Assistance with OptumRx

    * Income protection programs for the entire family such as life insurance, Short/Long-term Disability, and Identity Theft.

    * Employee Assistance program at no cost to you to provide emotional, legal, financial, and daily life support for your entire household. Services are available 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week.

    * Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

    *Why join our team?*

     

    We are dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs, and we believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal. Rutherford Regional is growing its team of dedicated health care professionals. If you are looking to start a career that cares, are passionate about changing lives, and ready to work in a supportive environment in a close-knit community, apply today!

     

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    **Title:** *Ultrasound Technologist*

    **Location:** *NC-Rutherfordton*

    **Requisition ID:** *7462-9813*