An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Provide assistance to the clinical team with vascular procedures within the vascular center. As a member of our team, you will interact with patients, physicians and dialysis facilities as part of our community educational program and also participate in other educational outreach initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures Perform ultrasound imaging and related procedures in all areas of ultrasound Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintain a demeanor complementary to medical ethics Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures, including nuclear medicine and sonography Assists radiologist in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed Completes forms and maintains records, logs and reports of work performed Monitor patients during procedures, operating a C-Arm (within the scope of practice) Prepares equipment which includes cleaning and sterilizing instruments, maintain inventory of medical supplies
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform all vascular ultrasound procedures Must have excellent customer service oriented and provide outstanding customer service to patients, physicians, visitors and co-workers Must demonstrate understanding of patient safety initiatives by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures as required ARDMS - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and/or RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist certification required Minimum one year experience in interventional radiology, special procedures, cardiac cath lab or general diagnostic preferred Knowledge of sterile technique Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required or willing to obtain within 3 months of employment
Education/Experience:
Completion of an educational program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARDMS, completion of clinical hours and studies applicable to test for RVT certification if not currently RVT registry, RVT registry certification preferred
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Life Insurance PTO 401(k) retirement plan with a company match And more! Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
