FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Ultrasound Technologist
Pinehurst, NC 28374
About the role
Position SummaryUltrasound technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for emergency department, inpatient, and outpatient populations in a 24/7 hospital environment. This night-shift position requires a skilled, dependable sonographer who can work independently, prioritize STAT and emergent examinations, and provide high-quality patient care. The technologist will collaborate with radiologist, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic imaging services.
Schedule: Friday - Sunday, 7:30pm – 8:00am with rotating holiday coverage
Responsibilities- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, and vascular studies.
- Perform STAT, emergent, and portable ultrasound examinations throughout the hospital.
- Independently manage and prioritize examinations based on clinical urgency and patient care needs.
- Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examination findings.
- Communicate critical or unexpected finding promptly according to departmental policies.
- Collaborate with radiologists, emergency department providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain patient safety, privacy, and comfort throughout examinations.
- Ensure proper operation, cleaning and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and PACS.
- Demonstrate flexibility, sound clinical judgement, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent approved education and experience.
- ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification required, or registry eligibility in accordance with organizational requirements.
- BLS certification required.
- Previous hospital ultrasound experience preferred.
- Experience performing general, OB/GYN, and vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.
- Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
- Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple examinations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Flexibility to provide overnight, weekend and holiday coverage as needed or scheduled.
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, and vascular studies.
- Perform STAT, emergent, and portable ultrasound examinations throughout the hospital.
- Independently manage and prioritize examinations based on clinical urgency and patient care needs.
- Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examination findings.
- Communicate critical or unexpected finding promptly according to departmental policies.
- Collaborate with radiologists, emergency department providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain patient safety, privacy, and comfort throughout examinations.
- Ensure proper operation, cleaning and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and PACS.
- Demonstrate flexibility, sound clinical judgement, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent approved education and experience.
- ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification required, or registry eligibility in accordance with organizational requirements.
- BLS certification required.
- Previous hospital ultrasound experience preferred.
- Experience performing general, OB/GYN, and vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.
- Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
- Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple examinations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Flexibility to provide overnight, weekend and holiday coverage as needed or scheduled.