Ultrasonographer I - Overnights

Responsibilities

• Ensures the appropriate exam is performed based on physician's orders and patient history.
• Verifies and enters/selects patient demographics.
• Provides accurate and consistent patient education and explanation of exam.
• Performs ultrasound examinations, tailoring exams based upon findings and most likely diagnosis.
• Updates patient logs and submits billing.
• Safeguards equipment and coordinates necessary maintenance.
• Affords assistance to student sonographers, residents, and fellows.
• Affords assistance to physicians with invasive procedures.

Qualifications

• Licenses Required:
  • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
  • One of the following certifications:
    • Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an Abdomen specialty (RDMS-AB) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
    • Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an OB/GYN specialty (OB/GYN) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
    • Current ARRT Registration for Sonography (S).
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT registration as a Radiologic Technologist (R.T.).
• Experience working in a healthcare setting.

Corporate Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for its academic research, quality standards, and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancements, and overall patient outcomes.