Ultrasound Tech II PRN

About the role

Under limited supervision and the direction of the Radiologist, the Ultrasound Technologist completes sonography procedures including routine sonograms as well as interventional sonograms including biopsies.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonography procedures, including routine and interventional sonograms such as biopsies.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Improvement activities.
• Work within the guidelines established in the policies and procedure manual and comply with all safety and infection control guidelines.
• Adhere to JCAHO, State, or other regulatory or accreditation agency requirements.
• Accurately complete sonography examinations as ordered by referring physicians.
• Use radiology information systems to obtain previous examination reports.
• Correctly and safely operate sonographic equipment and perform invasive procedures following orientation.
• Routine use of office equipment (phone, fax, pagers).
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, nurses, and other medical personnel.
• Handle periods of intensity with calm and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Perform required sonographic duties regardless of the patient’s condition.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and/or School of Sonography (two-year program or four-year BA program in Radiology Technology followed by training in sonography).
• Completion of requirements from an accredited school in sonography, including meeting all clinical requirements.
• Current registration/licensure/certification in good standing with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Must be registered in vascular and a minimum of two of the following areas: OB/Gyn, Abdomen, or Breast.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one-year hospital department experience in medical sonography, including biopsies.
• As the department becomes ACR accredited, may be required to obtain specific certifications such as breast sonography.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement readiness tools and rollover support.
• Financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
• Fertility and family-building benefits, adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About the employer

Lee's Summit Medical Center is an 80+ bed full-service hospital serving Lee’s Summit and surrounding areas. Our services are supported by more than 300 physicians representing over 40 specialties. We have more than 500 highly trained colleagues and 60 volunteers.

Our services and specialties include cardiology, cancer care, endoscopy, emergency services, imaging, neurology, pain management, pulmonology, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, sports medicine, respiratory care, women’s care, and an array of surgical services. We have a dually-accredited Chest Pain and Primary Stroke Center.

The hospital is affiliated with HCA Healthcare Midwest Health. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times and has spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.