Introduction

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Lead Ultrasound Tech opening with TriCities Hospital today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

TriCities Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Lead Ultrasound Tech for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary and Qualifications

1 Responsible for technical administration of the Ultrasound section of the Radiology Department. Lead tech will ensure patient flow through department and ER are consistent and will troubleshoot equipment failures. Lead Tech will demonstrate competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.

2 Lead tech will assist Imaging Director to ensure that the Ultrasound equipment is inspected and remains compliant with VDH standards.

3 Demonstrate ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper exam documentation and charges. Records pertinent data on requisitions at all times. Assists PACS administrator by providing guidance and troubleshoots sonography related PACS issues.

4 Render patient care in a professional and courteous manner and always identifies patients utilizing the proper protocols.

5 Monitors inventory of supplies and orders supplies. Resource management of supplies is within budget targets. Maintains room cleanliness and neat appearance.

6 Lead Tech will work side by side with Imaging Director to ensure all Ultrasound protocols remain current. Assist the radiology nurse or radiologist in administering medications, performing biopsies and all types of care to the patient.

7 Lead Tech will serve as the go to person for Trophon education and review of monthly audits. Lead tech will work closely with Imaging Director regarding Trophon.

8 Review each exam for technical accuracy and identifies anatomical orientation on all images.

9 Other Duties as assigned.

10 Assures guidance, orientation and training of technical staff

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT) or RDMS registered must be obtained within one (1) year of hire or start in position
• One year of experience as Vascular and/or Ultrasound Technologist
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  Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound, or training in Ultrasound in a hospital program.

  
  

  
  

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 140+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A top performing hospital recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is stroke and chest pain accredited.

TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is .

At TriCities Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Ultrasound Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.