Ultrasound Technologist

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES. COMPASSIONATE CARE.

Ozarks Community Hospital (OCH), located in Gravette, Arkansas, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologistto join ourRadiology department.

Our Mission: Ozarks Community Hospital and clinics are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare and preventive services to all patients in an atmosphere of compassion, respect, and dignity, with a commitment to care for the underserved and to improve access to care.

Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echo and ultrasound procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in echo and ultrasound, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum sonographic imaging, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.

Benefits include:

• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) plan; life insurance; short-term disability; flexible spending accounts; and many other elective benefits subject to plan terms.
• Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting first day of employment, up to 3.5 weeks per year based on a 40-hour work week.
• Company-paid holidays.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor of Science degree is preferred, but not required.
• One year of ultrasound experience preferred, but not required.
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program required.
• Registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) within 6 months of hire, and Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular within 1 year of hire. Or registered with the ARRT within 1 year of hire. Or with the Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Current BLS certification upon hire or BLS certification must be obtained during orientation period or at next available scheduled class. Throughout employment, current BLS certification must be maintained by renewal during renewal period or at next available scheduled class.
• Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty (ies) as appropriate.

OCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer