Ultrasound Technologist (Part-Time)
Rhode Island Medical Imaging · Warwick, RI · 15 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time
Principle Duties And Responsibilities
- Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Maintain a high degree of accuracy in the production, use, recognition, and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for diagnosis.
- Review images to ensure acceptable quality and completeness for diagnostic purposes.
- Possess, utilize, and maintain knowledge about the bioeffects of high-frequency sound waves, applying principles of ALARA.
- Accommodate the next available patient at all times.
- Receive and greet patients, obtain necessary medical history, and provide patients with procedure instructions/information.
- Handle patients in a caring, courteous, and professional manner at all times.
- Operate equipment according to specific/recognized procedures and in accordance with established routines and techniques.
- Perform quality control procedures when required and ensure proper operation of equipment at all times.
- Responsible for immediately reporting any concerns related to equipment operation.
- Remain sensitive to the needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.
- Utilize critical thinking and use independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of work.
- Follow prescribed techniques and procedures for maintenance of aseptic conditions.
- Ensure that images, examination requisitions, and other related records are properly completed with the correct patient identification, statistical, and billing information.
- During lulls in technical duties, coordinate with reception and other personnel to provide additional assistance outside of primary areas of responsibility.
- Inform the Site Manager when supplies are low and order necessary supplies to ensure continuous and efficient operation of the unit, as needed.
- Available, as scheduled, to provide technologist duties at specified times and places assigned.
- Assist the Radiologist when required.
- Work with, assist, and/or teach new employees and/or students as assigned.
Basic Knowledge And Experience
- One year of formal training in an accredited School of Ultrasound and/or one year of experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
- Experience in Abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, and Vascular Ultrasound is required.
- Exceptional communication skills with patients, fellow colleagues, and Radiologists.
- Sonographers must obtain RVT or RVS certification within one year of hire or after completing an accredited ultrasound program.
- Must obtain and maintain additional accreditation and/or certification(s) required by the State, Federal Government, and RIMI within areas of expertise and to personally maintain the highest professional recognition levels available.
- Must be registered in ultrasound by the ARDMS in at least one application.
- Must be current with all CME requirements.
Physical Demands
- Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day.
- May lift/position patients and supplies up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to move patients from scanner tables and transport patients in wheelchairs and/or stretchers.
- Ability to crouch, reach, and lift to allow appropriate manipulation positioning and placement of ancillary equipment.
Benefits
- Multi-tiered health plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) plan with profit sharing component
- Uniform reimbursement
- Company "swag"
- Yearly reimbursement for continuing medical education
- Educational assistance (reimbursement) program
- Career development opportunities
Pay
- Competitive pay
Schedule
- Monday, Tuesday, Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM