Radiologic / Ultrasound Technologist

Job Description Summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina.

Perform medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005267 MCP - CHS - Sumter Multispecialty

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Perform medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease.

Duties include:

• Ability to utilize portable x-ray equipment

• Performs radiographic examinations.

• Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis.

• Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventive maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.

• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work area, requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.

• Performs other miscellaneous and related duties as required including lifting and transporting patients.

Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures to ensure comprehensive and diagnostic accuracy in a professional manner.

This role requires organization, time management and prioritization of patient exams to contribute to effective teamwork.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Completion of an accredited radiology program, usually a two-year associate degree in radiology.

Radiographer certification (ARRT) such as the one offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Graduation from an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Two to three years' experience in performing ultrasound diagnostic procedures preferred.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Additional Job Description

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan

• Paid time off and extended sick leave

• Paid Parental Leave

• Disability insurance plan options

• Continuous professional and clinical training

• Competitive pay

• Annual Merit Increase

• Wellbeing resources

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee perks and discounts

• Employee referral program

• Flexible schedule options

• Certification incentive program

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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