Location: Nashville,TN, USA
DescriptionNashville General Hospital is hiring an Ultrasound Tech for our Imaging team for full-time Day!This position is primarily responsible for performing diagnostic medical sonogram examinations. The ultrasound technologist may assist the Interventional Radiology team via sonography. The ultrasound technician documents acquired information on the ultrasound images to assist the radiologist. Responsibilities include performing patient care services relevant to performing ultrasound procedures to include ensuring appropriate pre-procedure measures are taken. *This position will work 3 12's at our main hospital location*As an Ultrasound Tech, you will: Ensures patient is properly prepped and correctly position patient, providing maximum comfort to obtain imagesEnsures patient 's chart is on hand and consent signed for ultrasound studies requiring consentRoutinely checks patient ID prior to procedureProvides adequate exam explanations to patient and/or significant otherProvides care based upon age-specific needs utilizing a developmental perspectiveMaintaining a log of completed procedures, performing QA, and responsible for ensuring properly cleaned equipmentRequired Skills & Qualifications: Current certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, (ARDMS)Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible. (Registry eligible must become certified within twelve (12) months of employment.) Current BLS certification is required at the time of hireAbout Nashville General Hospital Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville's original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance within first 31 days of employmentPrograms to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expensesMetro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expensesShort and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly payLife Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contributionShift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and WeekendsTuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday bankedFlexible Spending AccountsFree Parking for all employeesNashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranWe are an E-Verify employer. For more information, please click on the following links: E-Verify Participation Poster: English Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English Spanish