Baptist Health
Ultrasound Technologist
801 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY 40475
Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Summary
Job Description:
Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist
FULL TIME - DAYS
The Ultrasound department, also known as Sonography, specializes in imaging that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the body’s internal structures.
Obstetric Ultrasound: Monitoring fetal development during pregnancy.
Abdominal Ultrasound: Evaluating organs like the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, and pancreas.
Cardiac Ultrasound (Echocardiography): Assessing heart function and detecting abnormalities.
Vascular Ultrasound: Checking for blood clots, blockages, or circulation issues in veins and arteries.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections.
Job Description:
An ultrasound technologist (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer) plays a critical role in a hospital setting by performing diagnostic imaging procedures using ultrasound equipment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation under the direction of Director of Radiology and Radiologist.
- Assist Radiologist with patient during examinations and procedures.
- Participates in CQI activities and provides input for improvement.
- Replenish supplies.
- Assures safe operation and daily maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
- Must pass initial competency test and yearly competency testing thereafter.
- Occasionally performs duties of Staff Radiologic Technologist and assumes other duties as necessary, assigned by the Director of Radiology.
- Must maintain current BLS.
Essential Qualifications:
- Must be a Radiologic Technologist with a current Kentucky certification
- Must be a registered ultrasound technologist (ARDMS) or be registry eligible
- BLS required.
Benefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE)
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match