ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST PER DIEM

Ultrasound Technologist

Join our team as an Ultrasound Technologist, where you will perform diagnostic ultrasound exams and interventional procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site radiologist. This position requires someone who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Job Description

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site radiologist, while using independent judgment to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Assist radiologist in performing interventional procedures such as biopsies, aspirations, and drainage procedures.
• Prepare preliminary reports and contact referring physician when needed.
• Complete and sign patient screening forms and appropriately explain procedures to the patient.
• Obtain necessary consent from patients before conducting procedures.
• Maintain patient care, comfort, and safety during exams.
• Ensure images and documentation are put into PACS in a timely manner.
• Communicate with front desk staff any changes that may alter patient schedule flow.
• Provide optimal customer service and patient care, while utilizing AIDET service principles in all encounters.
• Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot problems; call for service and notify appropriate management when necessary.
• Maintain and clean all equipment and work area in accordance with required decontamination procedures.
• Assist with daily operations of the ultrasound department.
• Inventory supplies and assist with ordering in a timely manner.
• Participate and maintain ACR accreditation requirements for the ultrasound department.
• Attend and actively participate in all department, team, and/or committee meetings.
• Comply with all company, department, and location-specific policies, procedures, and mandatory learning requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by radiologist and management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program required; CAAHEP accredited program strongly preferred.
• Current ARDMS with certification in AB, OB required. Current ARDMS with certification in BR and VT preferred; certification in BR or other pertinent areas may be required within 2 years of hire.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Minimum 2-year clinical ultrasound experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Detailed knowledge of current ultrasound scanning procedures and protocols.
• Proficient in PACS; Microsoft Office Suite applications; accessing and navigating company intranet for forms, policies, and procedures; accessing and entering data on organization-wide software; and accessing and using internet resources when required to perform job duties.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to communicate findings to reading radiologist and interact in a positive and professional manner with patients and their family members.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with physicians, co-workers, patients, and their families.
• Ability to maintain patience and tact when interacting with hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, visitors, etc.
• Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime).

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Employee assistance plan
• Access to professional development programs for learning opportunities
• Educational assistance

Our company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We celebrate our differences because we believe diversity drives innovation and leads to sustainable success. We recruit, hire, and promote our employees based on capability and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type

Part-time

Pay

$48.00 - $60.00 per hour

Supplemental Pay

Signing bonus

Work Location

In person