Pediatric Ultrasound Technologist - Part Time

About the role

As a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at MUSC, you will operate state-of-the-art imaging equipment to capture high-quality ultrasound images, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of diverse medical conditions. Your role will involve preparing patients, assisting procedures, acquiring high-quality images, and communicating findings to the interpreting physician while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide precise and compassionate care to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images of organs, tissues, and anatomical structures.
• Performs comprehensive sonographic examinations to identify, evaluate, and document anatomical, physiological, and pathological findings.
• Reviews physician orders and patient instructions to ensure appropriate preparation for ultrasound examinations.
• Performs ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols and physician requirements.
• Evaluates images for quality, completeness, and diagnostic value prior to submitting for physician interpretation.
• Documents and records examination findings and test results accurately in the appropriate systems.
• Performs obstetric ultrasound examinations, including fetal imaging for diagnosis and detection of congenital anomalies.
• Performs specialized ultrasound imaging for patients with high-risk obstetric indications.
• Communicates relevant patient condition and examination findings to the OB/GYN nursing team before and after procedures, as appropriate.
• Monitors patient condition and promotes patient safety, comfort, and privacy throughout examinations.
• Inspects, cleans, and maintains ultrasound equipment to ensure proper operation and image quality.
• Identifies equipment or supply needs and orders supplies as necessary to support department operations.
• Follows established safety, infection prevention, and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• At least 1 year of Ultrasound/Sonography experience preferred.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (S) or Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing (Continuous).
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting (Infrequent).
• Ability to perform job functions while walking (Continuous).
• Ability to climb ladders/step stools (Frequent to Infrequent).
• Ability to work indoors (Continuous).
• Ability to work from elevated areas, specifically step stools (Frequent to Infrequent).
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces (Infrequent).
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions (Frequent).
• Ability to bend at the waist (Frequent).
• Ability to twist at the waist (Frequent).
• Ability to squat and perform job functions (Frequent).
• Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations (Frequent).
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms (Continuous).
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (Continuous).
• Ability to fully use both legs (Continuous).
• Ability to reach in all directions (Continuous).
• Possess good finger dexterity (Continuous).
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions (Continuous).
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function (Continuous).
• Ability to lift and carry, up to 200 feet, 50#, unassisted.
• Ability to lift patients and move patients to 350#(+/-), assisted.
• Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 72 inches, to 50#, unassisted.
• Ability to lower objects, to 50#(+/-), from height of 72 inches, unassisted.
• Ability to push/pull objects/patients to 350#(+/-), unassisted.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected (Continuous).
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand (Continuous).
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance (Continuous).
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors (Continuous).
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception (Continuous).
• Good peripheral vision capabilities (Continuous).
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction (Continuous).
• Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements (Continuous).
• Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
• Must possess excellent hand to eye coordination.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.