Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist - Pacific Imaging - PD - Day

University of California, Irvine•Costa Mesa, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent performs the full range of basic diagnostic Ultrasound procedures. This involves preparing and positioning patients, adjusting equipment to best demonstrate the area of interest, and operating various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. The role may require rotation to other areas of the medical center and includes holiday rotation. The technologist will perform exams on both adult and pediatric patients, maintain equipment, and log all reported repairs. Shifts and assignments will rotate as needed. Professional conduct is expected at all times when interacting with staff members, patients, and visitors.

Requirements

ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and/or OB/Gyn and/or Vascular upon hire
A second credential of Abdomen and/or OB/Gyn and/or Vascular by end of 6-month probationary period
Must perform both inpatient and outpatient exams, and all other ultrasound exams as needed
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Graduate of a formal accredited ultrasound training program in an approved school
Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts and coverage for weekends and holidays
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Current BLS certification
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Nice To Haves

Vascular and neuro ultrasound experience
Recent work experience in an acute care setting
Experience/training in musculoskeletal, transcranial doppler, breast and/or vascular ultrasound
BCLS

Responsibilities

Perform the full range of basic diagnostic Ultrasound procedures
Prepare and position patients
Adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest
Operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems
Perform exams on adult and pediatric patients
Maintain equipment and log all reported repairs
Rotate shifts and assignments as needed
Display professional conduct at all times in interactions with other staff members, patients, and visitors