Ultrasound Technologist

About this job

Chippenham Hospital needs an Ultrasound Technologist for the Chesterfield FSER. This is a role where you'll work with a solid team, and the hospital backs its people in a real way ; HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support employees over three years. Doesn't hurt that they've been around since 1972, with over 460 beds and a reputation as a Level I Trauma and Burn Center.

What you'll actually do

• Get quality ultrasound images of patients. Follow established scanning protocols and adjust them when needed ; you have the judgment to know when.
• Manage all ultrasound equipment and recognize significant diagnostic information.
• Use independent judgment and decision making in complex situations involving diagnostic ultrasound administration.
• Do all necessary computer operations. That means Meditech and PACS.
• Make sure proper charges are entered and referring physician orders get verified.
• Treat patients professionally and courteously. Prep exam rooms, keep inventory of supplies, and maintain a clean, neat workspace.
• Assist the radiology nurse or radiologist with administering medications, performing biopsies, and any patient care needed.
• Review each exam for technical accuracy ; technical quality, anatomical positioning, that sort of thing ; and complete the verification process in PACS.
• Help the Facility System Administrator and Ultrasound Supervisor with PACS cleanup: unarchived images, unspecifieds, and anything else that needs tidying up.
• Complete and maintain your educational requirements. Keep patient and employee info strictly confidential, per policy.

What you need

• A Vocational School Graduate or higher in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or be a Registered Radiographer (ARRT).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, obtained within 30 days of your start date.

Benefits that actually matter

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services ; comprehensive benefits.
• Wellbeing support with free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work: paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short term disability, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement tools including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
• Keep in mind, eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

About the hospital

Chippenham Hospital has been providing healthcare in Richmond since 1972. It's a 460+ bed acute care facility and a go to for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health, and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission gave them the Gold Seal of Approval and named them a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement, and surgical care. They're also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

How to apply

Submit your resume. The Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for this Ultrasound Technologist role in Richmond, VA now. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.