Summary

Job Description:

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist

FULL TIME - DAYS

The Ultrasound department, also known as Sonography, specializes in imaging that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the body’s internal structures.
Obstetric Ultrasound: Monitoring fetal development during pregnancy.
Abdominal Ultrasound: Evaluating organs like the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas.
Cardiac Ultrasound (Echocardiography): Assessing heart function and detecting abnormalities.
Vascular Ultrasound: Checking for blood clots, blockages, or circulation issues in veins and arteries.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections.

Job Description:

An ultrasound technologist (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer) plays a critical role in a hospital setting by performing diagnostic imaging procedures using ultrasound equipment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation under the direction of Director of Radiology and Radiologist.
• Assist Radiologist with patient during examinations and procedures.
• Participates in CQI activities and provides input for improvement.
• Replenish supplies.
• Assures safe operation and daily maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
• Must pass initial competency test and yearly competency testing thereafter.
• Occasionally performs duties of Staff Radiologic Technologist and assumes other duties as necessary, assigned by the Director of Radiology.
• Must maintain current BLS.

Essential Qualifications:

• Must be a Radiologic Technologist with a current Kentucky certification
• Must be a registered ultrasound technologist (ARDMS) or be registry eligible
• BLS required.

Benefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE) 

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance 

• Identity Theft Protection 

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire  

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)  

• PTO Sell Back Program  

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) 

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support  

• Retirement with Company Match 

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.