Job Information
Baptist Memorial Technologist-Ultrasound Lead in Columbus, Mississippi
Summary
Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Organizes and coordinates daily operational functions and work flow to ensure the performance of high quality exams/treatments and the delivery of safe patient care and customer satisfaction.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Completes assigned goals.
Requirements, Preferences and Experience
Education
Minimum: Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty(ies) as appropriate, or by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in specialty(ies) as appropriate or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) in specialty (ies) as appropriate. New graduates must provide proof of appropriate earned credentials within 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire date.
Experience
Minimum: One year experience in an acute care setting or comparable specialty area as required to meet all Lead competencies at the end of orientation period.
Licensure, Registration, Certification
Minimum: ARDMS;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
Special Skills
Minimum: Basic computer literacy skills.
About Baptist Memorial Health Care
At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.
At Baptist, We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Paid vacation/time off
Continuing education opportunities
Generous retirement plan
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Sick leave
Service awards
Free parking
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Education assistance/continuing education
Employee referral program
Job Summary:
Position: 20475 - Technologist-Ultrasound Lead
Facility: BMH - Golden Triangle Hospital
Department: GT Echo BMH GTR
Category: Radiology & Imaging
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:MS:Columbus
Located in the Jackson metro area. REQNUMBER: 28553