Job Description
Posting Description
We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
- JOB SUMMARY
The Ultrasound Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for conducting high-quality and cost-effective diagnostic procedures, providing assistance during medical procedures, offering excellent customer service, and ensuring effective communication with patients, family members, physicians, medical staff, and colleagues. They are required to attend in-services, annual reviews, and educational programs while staying knowledgeable about radiological examination procedures, equipment, and relevant changes in the field.
JOB FUNCTIONS - Performs high quality/cost effective diagnostic procedures.
- Assists Physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested/required.
- Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Communicate effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, medical staff, and NMMC staff members.
- Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs.
- Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Radiological examinations.
- Stay abreast of changes in Radiology.
- Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
- Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
- Organize work flow to prevent delays and control cost through appropriate use of supplies.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Associate's Degree Graduate of approved school of Ultrasound Technology.. Required
Licenses and Certifications
ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Registered by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. . Required ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Registered by the American Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). . Preferred Licensed Radiologic Technologist. Licensed by the State of Mississippi (MRT). . Preferred CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation. American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification;. . Required
Work Experience
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to work independently to assure quality. Good written and verbal communication; required Serves patient population categories of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Organize work flow to prevent patient delays. Work well with ordering Physicians to assure accurate information provided. Assist fellow team members as needed to provide high quality patient care. Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times Detailed oriented Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members Must have good written and verbal communication skills Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care
Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing. Frequently Walking. Frequently Sitting. Occassionally Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling. Frequently Climbing. Occassionally Balancing. Occassionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally Grasping. Frequently Speaking. Frequently Hearing. Constantly Repetitive Motions. Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently
Benefits A****vailable Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License + Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other: Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
Schedule
Variable
About North Mississippi Health Services
North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) is a diversified regional health care organization serving 24 counties in north Mississippi and northwest Alabama and is one of the largest employers in Mississippi with over 6,900 employees. NMHS covers a broad range of acute diagnostic and therapeutic services offered through North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo, Community Hospital System, and North Mississippi Medical Clinics. NMHS strives to improve the health for people in this region by providing conveniently accessible and cost-effective healthcare of the highest quality.
