ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST

About the Role

The Ultrasound Technologist will independently operate sonographic equipment and perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures to assist in diagnosis or scans for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The qualified candidate will be expected to take a patient‑centered approach and assure that all services are provided within professional standards and with a high level of medical ethics.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Perform clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, including venous reflux and arterial ultrasound examinations.
• Screen patients before exams for any precautions or contraindications.
• Obtain and review the requisition for examination to understand procedure requests, clinical history, patient condition, and special requirements.
• Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures to anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information.
• Apply independent judgment during the sonographic exam to differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Initiate additional ultrasound imaging procedures to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
• Analyze sonograms, synthesize sonographic information and medical history, and communicate findings to the appropriate physician.
• Provide the interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findings.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and adequate supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) or RVS (Registered Vascular Sonographer) certified.

Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Manual dexterity required for operating office equipment (e.g., computers, phones, fax machines).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Visual acuity required for tasks involving computer screens and paper documents.
• Ability to move around the office to access files, office machinery, and other equipment.