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
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Frequently
Walking
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Frequently
Sitting
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Occassionally
Lifting/Carrying
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Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
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Frequently
Climbing
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Occassionally
Balancing
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Occassionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Bending
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Frequently
Reaching/Over Head Work
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Occassionally
Grasping
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Frequently
Speaking
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Frequently
Hearing
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Constantly
Repetitive Motions
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Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations
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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
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.
