Ultrasound Technologist II

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 such as biopsies.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and/or School of Sonography (two-year or four-year BA program in Radiology Technology followed by sonography training, or completion of an accredited school in sonography including 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) certification 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

Centerpoint Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs: paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources: 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, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support: tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits: fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, 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 Organization

Centerpoint Medical Center is a 285+ bed hospital featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology, offering the latest clinical services to patients. Key features include:

• Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services.
• Accredited Chest Pain Center, Cancer Program, and Breast Center.
• Women’s Services, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Stroke Center.
• Outpatient Services: Surgery Center, Advanced Wound Care Center, Pain Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Imaging, and Rehab.
• Part of HCA Midwest Health, a network of hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times and has invested an estimated $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses in recent years.