Ultrasound Technologist - NEW GRADS WELCOME!
Sign- On Bonus or Tuition Assistance Available
Full-Time Position with NO CALL!!!
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Ultrasound Supervisor and the clinical direction of the radiologist and/or cardiologist, independently performs ultrasound examinations using specialized equipment; performs some invasive patient procedures; reviews studies for overall quality; uses professional judgment and critical thinking to prepare technical impressions on studies submitted to radiologist/cardiologist for interpretation; and performs record keeping and computerized image archiving.
Responsibilities:
- Collects relevant information regarding patient identification, procedure, appropriateness for indicated signs and symptoms, pregnancy status, patient preparation, contraindications, safety screenings, and patient assessment.
- Analyzes information to safely and accurately provide care according to established policies, protocols and guidelines for patient safety.
- Provides patient education by explaining procedures and giving instructions at a level the patient can understand.
- Addresses patient’s questions and concerns. Verifies patient informed consent (procedure, contrast and radiopharmaceutical) when indicated.
- Refers questions about outcomes, diagnosis, treatment or prognosis to patient’s physician.
- Provides appropriate information to individuals involved in the patient’s care.
- Performs exam accurately by following the policies and procedures.
- Evaluates the patient study in a timely, accurate and comprehensive manner to determine if the intended outcome was achieved.
- Documents all required components of patient care.
- Accurately performs quality control procedures to maintain regulatory standards and accrediting requirements.
- Adheres to equipment safety standards and identifies and appropriately reports variances and concerns.
Qualifications:
- Graduated from accredited Radiological Technologist Program Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with a specialty in abdomen or OB/GYN and a registered vascular technologist (RVT) preferred; or registered ARRT (R) (S) and registered vascular technologist (RVT).
- BLS certification required or willing to obtain upon hire.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person