Ultrasound Technologist -Part-Time

A Brief Overview

Ensures efficient daily operations of the Ultrasound Department. Assigns resources as needed. Assists the Manager, Sono Imaging and Administrative Director in conducting special projects and studies.

What You Will Do

• Performs all ultrasound techniques and examinations, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal scans, obstetric and gynecological scans, cyst aspirations and biopsies
• Positions and transfers patients
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis
• Aids physician in administering procedure
• Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients
• Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations
• Maintains an orderly, safe and clean working environment
• Auxiliaries in allocating personnel to satisfy workload demands in the most efficient and effective manner possible
• Performs scheduled Quality Assurance testing activities required by State, federal and local regulatory agencies
• Prioritizes daily work schedule to most effectively process patients requiring ultrasound services
• Maintains adequate supplies and materials needed to operate on a daily basis
• Ensures that all regulatory requirements for ultrasound are met and documented
• Displays full knowledge of ultrasound regulations
• Communicates equipment problems or concerns to Manager, Sono Imaging or Administrative Director
• Makes service calls as needed
• Presents documentation to Director for processing of payment
• Auxiliaries in conducting and monitoring special projects or audits
• Clinically instructs students in Ultrasound technique
• Participates in in-services with staff regarding departmental quality control operations
• Participates in updating the Clinical Ultrasound Procedure Manual
• Auxiliaries in complying with Federal and State regulations, codes and inspections
• Participates on various committees including department quality control and radiology Performance Improvements
• Provides valuable input when possible
• Suggests cost containment efforts, which maximize department effectiveness and image
• Develops, suggests implementation and monitors new procedures and protocols to enhance department operations
• Participates in department in-service education efforts and attends seminars and conferences on issues pertaining to department operations
• Differentiates anatomical and vascular abnormalities and reports to Radiologist
• Protects self and patients from injury through careful observation
• Maintains and respects confidentiality
• Complies with Hospital dress codes by wearing ID badge and maintaining professional appearance
• Demonstrates commitment to own work schedule by adhering to attendance standards
• Utilizes time in an effective manner
• Adjusts personal schedule in case of fluctuations in workload of the department
• Demonstrates ability to recognize priorities and deal with them promptly
• Reports any suggestions or positive changes to supervisor
• Incorporates physiological and developmental age of patients into overall plan for delivery of care
• Utilizes the PACS system
• Provides on-call coverage as necessary per the needs of the Department
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required
• 1-3 years Working clinical experience as an Ultrasonographer preferred
• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• REGISTERED DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER upon hire required and
• RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
• Registered Vascular Technologist upon hire preferred

Experience Qualifications

• Must be able to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that quality service is provided to clients and physicians
• Utilizing any or all Hospital provided equipment and/or safe work procedures; employee shall be required to lift all objects as is practicable
• The employee must be able to perform the physical requirements of this job, including but not limited to, standing, walking, reaching with arms and hands, climbing, balancing
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and/or crouch

Licenses and Certifications

• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• REGISTERED DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER upon hire required and
• RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
• Registered Vascular Technologist upon hire preferred

Pay Range

$39.00/hour - $44.85/hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life
• Low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on-site child care
• Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on-site parking