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Ultrasound Technologist. 10 Hr.

Oroville Hospital • Oroville, CA, US • $57 - $77 / hour • 3m ago

Job Description

Ultrasound Technologist. 10 Hr. 7670 #12990

Job #: 12990

Job Category: Radiology/Imaging

Job Type: Per Diem

Shift Type: Variable

Department: Ultrasound/Vascular Services

Pay Range: $57.64/hr. - $77.47/hr.

Open Date: 08.14.25

Close Date:

Qualifications:

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred
Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate
Current American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross for Healthcare Providers
Experience as defined by institution

Job Details:

Start Date:

Open Until Filled.

Qualifications:

Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred
Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate
Current American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Experience as defined by institution
Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment
Ability to evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information
Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt sonographic examination as necessary
Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed
Ability to evaluate, synthesize and communicate diagnostic information to the attending physician
Ability to communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient’s needs
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team
Ability to follow established departmental procedures
Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations

Duties &
Responsibilities:

Job Summary

A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.

Duties

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
Analyses; sonograms, synthesize sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care
Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory
Maintains a daily log of patients seen/completes exam billing forms
Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation
Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies
Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician
Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures
Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided
Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problems
Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required
Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the sonographic area/department
Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member
Provides in-service education team on requirements of sonographic procedures as requested by other members of the health care team
Performs other related duties as assigned

Other Info:

Lifting Requirements :Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.

Available Shifts:

Per Diem Variable Shifts

Contact Name:

Human Resources

Contact Phone:

530.712.2137

Contact Email:

hrrecruiting@orohosp.com

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