Acute Ultrasound Technologist I

About the role

Banner Churchill Community Hospital in Fallon, Nevada is a 25‑bed licensed facility providing comprehensive medical services, emergency care, and ambulance coverage across more than 5,900 square miles of northern Nevada. As part of Banner Health’s nationally recognized Medical Imaging team, you will perform ultrasound examinations that support high‑quality patient care while enjoying the area’s wide‑open spaces, wetlands, historic trails, state parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities, with easy access to Reno and Lake Tahoe.

Responsibilities

• Performs all exams by following and verifying referring providers’ orders.
• Adheres to established protocols and provides all pertinent patient information utilized by Radiologist for complete dictation.
• Uses independent judgement and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for all ultrasound exams.
• Scanning competencies should include, at a minimum, all patient ages, acuity levels and classes, independently and without quality issues.
• Performs ultrasound guided procedures and works closely with radiologist or provider.
• Educates patients and families about procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions.
• Fosters teamwork, ensures efficient use of resources and advocates for quality patient outcomes.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
• Performs troubleshooting as needed and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Adheres to safety policies.
• Ensures imaging areas and equipment are in a constant state of "Ready".
• Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable and in accordance with established policies.
• Maintains proficiency and competencies signed off for all studies related to certification(s).
• Performs high quality imaging and in accordance with training received.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice.
• Maintains confidentiality of all work information.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow in the department through patient triage and prioritization.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure uninterrupted services.
• Internal customers: All levels of