Ultrasound Technologist
Company: LewisGale Hospital Alleghany
Location: Low Moor
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested
over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an)
Ultrasound Technologist with LewisGale Hospital Alleghany you can
be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!
Benefits LewisGale Hospital Alleghany 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. Learn more
about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading
healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our
colleagues? Join the LewisGale Hospital Alleghany family! We will
give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our
organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Ultrasound
Technologist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential! Job
Summary and Qualifications Operates Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment
to perform Diagnostic Ultrasound procedures. Responsible for
cleaning of ultrasound transducers and QC documentation. Prepares
patient for the procedure, gathering relevant information for
documentation& scanning. (orders, questionnaires, consents)
Responsible for cleaning of ultrasound transducers and QC
documentation. Prepares patient for the procedure, gathering
relevant information for documentation& scanning. (orders,
questionnaires, consents) Uses appropriate Thermo-regulation, using
warmed Ultrasonic gel. Practices radiation safety in radiography of
patients. Evaluates images for optimal technical quality prior to
sending to PACS. Is proficient in all PACS and digital imaging
applications to. Reviews studies as needed with the Radiologist to
determine any need for additional imaging. Prepares Ultrasound
rooms with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure.
Assists physicians with diagnostic & therapeutic procedures.
Administers contrast media, as required & performs eMAR functions,
as necessary. Performs quality control procedures in compliance
with state and federal regulations to maintain quality and safety
standards. Maintains established departmental
policies/procedures,objectives, performance improvement measures,
safety, environmental and infection control standards. Participate
in the Patient Satisfaction Survey process. Performs Time Out
procedure as necessary. Performs Medication Reconciliation, as
needed. Performs patient assessments, obtaining pertinent patient
information and history. Assists with patient transport and
transfer as needed, assuring patient comfort & safety at all times.
Provides patient and family education, as necessary. Maintains
orderly & clean work area. Checks equipment, supplies and
accessories on a regular basis. Performs clerical, reception and
scheduling duties, as necessary. Operates Meditech, other
computers, printers & copiers with proficiency. Enhances
professional growth and development through participation in
educational programs, current literature and in-services to meet
the continuing education requirements of the ARRT or other
professional organizations. Attends and participates in
departmental and hospital wide meetings, as designated. Establishes
and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with
fellow employees, other departments and the medical staff. Follows
Standards of Behavior. Able to access MSDS sheets. Performs other
related duties as assigned or required. What qualifications you
will need: Qualifications/Licensure/Certification/Registration/:
Current Certification by ARDMS or similar approved certification.
Or must be registry eligible if new graduate of an accredited
school and must complete Ultrasound certification within or similar
approved certification 6 months of hire. BLS Certified Graduate of
an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Hours: Full
time, weekdays only LewisGale Hospital-Alleghany is a 204-bed acute
care facility in Low Moor, Virginia. We serve patients in both
Virginia and West Virginia. We have delivered a decade-long
commitment to help save and improve patients’ lives. We are
committed to giving back to the extended community that we call
home. We offer a full range of medical specialties from emergency
medicine to general surgery. Our facility is home to the Senior
Transitions program. This program is a 15-bed specialty unit for
seniors with emotional and behavioral issues requiring short-term
acute stabilization. We are an important part of LewisGale Regional
Health System. This Health System is an integrated network of
closely aligned patient-care facilities that consistently rank
among the top in the nation for patient care. 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. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many
different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare
Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are
reviewing applications for our Ultrasound Technologist opening.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your
application and help us raise the bar in patient care! We are an
equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,
age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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