Ultrasonographer
About the role
Provides ultrasound diagnostic services as directed by physicians including scheduling, patient care during procedure and communication with patients. Performs routine and diagnostic ultrasound images. Interacts with physicians and other technical staff to provide quality, safe and efficient care for the patient. Follows guidelines for probe handling and infection control. Follows examination protocols under the guidance of the physicians on duty. Oversees patient scheduling. Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results. Positions patients, selects appropriate transducers and machine settings. Conducts scanning procedures. Ensures maintenance on ultrasound equipment. Orders and stocks all ultrasound supplies. Maintains all ultrasound records, reports and files.
Responsibilities
- Schedules patients for ultrasound procedures
- Carefully positions patients and selects appropriate transducers and machine settings
- Conducts scanning procedures
- Maintains ultrasound equipment
- Orders and stocks ultrasound supplies
- Maintains ultrasound records, reports and files
- Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results
- Communicates with patients and other technical staff
- Ensures adherence to examination protocols and infection control guidelines
Requirements
- Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college/technical school
- Three to four years of directly related experience will be accepted in lieu of Associates Degree at the discretion of the practice
- One to two years related/applicable experience
- Certification: Current ARDMS or eligible
- CPR certification
Qualifications
- Promotes a positive and professional image of Axia Women's Health
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient, business and employee information as required by current legal regulation and Company policies and procedures
- Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations as may be required
- Attends all meetings as requested
- Attends all required in-service education, including but not limited to: hazardous materials, fire/safety, and OSHA
- Maintains attendance and tardiness and notification to supervisor within the established guidelines of the practice or department
- Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and in a manner compliant with all regulations
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and procedures
Benefits
- Full time benefit-eligibility beginning the first of the month after starting
- Choice of multiple medical insurance plans to best meet your needs
- Additional insurance options including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA w/ employer contribution, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more!
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO offering with additional time off for volunteering
- Axia-paid life insurance, short term and long term disability
- Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law
- Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through the Great Works Perks Program
Pay
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am-3:30 pm. No Call, No Nights, No Weekends