Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist

Join our team at Brown University Health, where you will play a vital role in providing patient-centered care in accordance with our mission, vision, and values. This position involves performing diagnostic procedures using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries.

Job Description

• Under the general supervision of the Ultrasound Manager and Lead Ultrasound Technologist, perform diagnostic procedures using ultrasound equipment.
• Review and record pertinent history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
• Position patients and instruct them regarding the procedure to obtain the desired diagnostic results specified by the physician.
• Conduct scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment; adjust equipment to focus and record anatomical pathophysiological data.
• Assist physicians in procedures such as localizations, biopsies, and aspirations by confirming the location of cysts using ultrasound equipment.
• Assemble all necessary information and film, including impressions of the case, and present them to the physician for interpretation.
• Review orders for appropriateness and contact referring doctors with any questions.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and work area, submitting maintenance requests as necessary.
• Responsible for cleaning the scanning room daily and between patients for optimal infection control.
• Provide clinical experience for diagnostic medical sonography students and on-the-job instruction to employees in ultrasound procedures.

Requirements

• One year of formal training in an accredited School of Ultrasound or four years of experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
• Current CPR certification from AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and lift/move patients into correct positions.
• ARDMS certification is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Generally good working conditions with some exposure to radiation; established safety precautions minimize injury risk.
• Frequent standing, lifting, and positioning of patients is required.
• Some visual strain due to working in dimly-lit rooms and observing viewing screens.

Other Information

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.