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Ultrasound Tech - ARDMS (2026-0928)

Valley Medical Center & Clinics · Renton, WA · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$50.06/hrFull-time

About the role

Under the direction of the Lead Technologist, Director, Manager, and the radiologist the Ultrasound Tech ARDMS performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in ultrasound at a technical level not requiring supervision. Performs a variety of routine, as well as interventional/invasive procedures requiring independent judgement.

Responsibilities

  • Assist radiologist with interventional procedures.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in sonographic procedures.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and location of interventional/invasive supplies.
  • Set up procedure trays utilizing aseptic technique.
  • Communicate pertinent clinical information and ultrasound findings to the radiologist.
  • Assist in monitoring and documentation of conscious sedation and procedures.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of narcotics and medications used in ultrasound.
  • Transport patients as necessary utilizing all appropriate safety resources.
  • Takes on-call responsibility as necessary and arrives within 30 minutes of notification.
  • Provide documentation of personal credentials per department policy and maintain education record.
  • Maintain daily safety check lists on fluid warmer.
  • Develop and maintain respectful relationships with all customers.
  • Follows protocol for disinfecting and cleaning of equipment.
  • Participates in the utilization and support of the PACS systems.
  • Utilize computer systems to obtain lab values, enter exam charges, orders, access reports, etc.
  • Other related duties as assigned.
  • Requires handling, lifting, and transferring patients and equipment, standing, sitting, walking swiftly, reaching overhead, pulling, and bending.
  • Requires the ability to effectively communicate with other staff, physicians, and patients.
  • Requires working under changing conditions depending on the schedules of the department.
  • Includes the potential for exposure to body fluids and other conditions common to hospitals.
  • Requires transporting patients via wheelchair, stretcher, and bed throughout the facility.
  • Requires skills in answering the phone, darkroom procedure (limited), laser magazine use, PACS image transfer procedure, and some word processing/writing skills.

Requirements

  • ARDMS registered, required.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS or Healthcare Providers, required.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in ultrasound procedures, including interventional.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and the balance to keep organized and positive in a climate of constant change.
  • Demonstrates professionalism and effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
  • Demonstrates the ability to maintain a positive team concept.
  • Demonstrates the ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional development of all age groups.
  • Able to set priorities, work accurately, and organize work efficiently.
  • Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in English.
  • Neat and well-groomed in appearance.

Pay

Salary range: Min $50.06 – Max $83.95 per hour (DOE).

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