Ultrasound Tech

North Carolina Specialty Hospital, 3916 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704, USA

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH) is a private, physician‑owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. Its commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain many high rankings in quality measures and patient satisfaction. NCSH offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery, and more.

• Award‑Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5‑Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive work culture
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, life and disability insurance
• Telemedicine / 24/7/365 physician access through MDLIVE
• Paid time off
• 401(k) employer match
• Tuition assistance

The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for providing patients with proper procedure and excellent quality images to assist physicians in diagnosing patients' conditions. The technician will perform and record all sonographic procedures per department protocols, operate ultrasound equipment, troubleshoot PACS issues, and contribute to work organization, scheduling, and staff training and evaluation as part of a self‑directed team. The technician also participates in performance improvement projects within the ultrasound department.

• Work independently as a self‑starter with minimal direction and supervision, making good judgment decisions.
• Recognize when to seek guidance and assistance as needed.
• Flexible and open to new ideas within a large, complex organization.
• Professional, credible, highly organized, and committed to high standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to articulate complex ideas to all levels.
• Develop strong working relationships with consumers and staff.
• Meet established deadlines.
• Meet physical requirements such as walking, standing, sitting, visual acuity, speaking, and understanding.

• Graduate of an AMA‑approved ultrasound technologist program.
• Registered diagnostic medical sonographer (ARDS or equivalent) or obtained within one year of hire.
• RVT preferred.
• BLS certification (AHA) required.
• Proficient in various ultrasound scanning techniques.
• Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, and ability to demonstrate anatomical relationships.
• Knowledge of quality control for image quality, processor, and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control guidelines.
• Vascular experience.
• At least two years of experience as an ultrasound technologist in a hospital setting.

Our employees are critical to our success, and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and opportunities for career growth in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and require pre‑employment drug screening and background check.

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