Ultrasound Technologist (part-time)
Essential Job Duties:
Works with patients of all ages.
Performs all requested ultrasound examinations (abdomen, pelvis, OB, small parts, vascular, echocardiography) on inpatients, outpatients and emergency patients.
Demonstrates knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Evaluates quality of image. Seeks guidance from radiologist when necessary
Selects proper technique according to individual patient needs and conditions
Presents completed study to radiologist for interpretation and reporting; obtains additional images as directed.
Assists radiologist/physicians in specialized procedures (invasive procedures: aspiration, biopsy, amniocentesis, etc.)
Processes films, prepares “m-mode” tracing, video tape, etc. for interpretation.
Evaluates overall equipment performance
Orders supplies and schedules equipment service as needed
Participates in institutional and departmental in-services and safety programs.
Attends and participates in continuing education programs; maintains required continuing education credits
Assists with orientation of new personnel, students and other staff.
Rotates call with other personnel as required
Performs related duties as required.
Work/Education Requirements:
High school education or equivalent
Ability to recognize and document various pathological conditions
Ability to work independently and make decisions regarding examination specifics.
Must be a graduate of an AMA approved program for Ultrasound Technology.
Must be registered or eligible for registry in two or more specialties (including OB-GYN, Abdominal, Vascular, and Echocardiography) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography by ARDMS within one year of hire.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of normal and variant anatomy is essential
Basic computer skills
Professional Development:
Board Certification in breast sonography rate increase $2.00/hr.
Board Certification in pediatric sonography rate increase $2.00/hr.
Board Certification in vascular sonography rate increase $2.00/hr.
Echocardiography proficiency rate increase is $1.50/hr. Must be approved by Radiologist.
Board Certification in echocardiography receives proficiency rate plus an additional $1.50/hr
One step beyond minimum job requirement in the current job description in a related field of study will be paid an additional $1.00/hr.