Registered Ultrasound Technologist

Adventist Health•Montebello, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Produces images of internal body tissues to help physicians diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions such as heart disease, pregnancy and cancer. May supervise and mentor ultrasound personnel and students. Maintains equipment.

Requirements

Diploma/Certificate from an approved Ultrasound college/school: Required
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB) or Obstetrics (OB) and Vascular (RVT); or Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB) or Obstetrics (OB) and a registered vascular specialist (RVS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S) and (VS):: Required
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or ARRT-Sonography (ARRT-S) or ARRT-Vascular Sonography (ARRT-VS) or CCI Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS): Required
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required
Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred
Three years' sonography experience: Preferred
Certification in general ultrasound or vascular ultrasound: Preferred

Responsibilities

Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves to a prescribed area of the patient’s body and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and motion of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology.
Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses.
Adheres to ultrasonic diagnostic procedures, precautions and standards.
Provides direct patient care, including assessing patient condition and ability to cooperate.
Positions patients and equipment, prepares patients for procedures and continually monitors and records vital signs.
Observes for reactions and signs of impending complications and intervening as needed.
Maintains accurate records, files and billing information.
Ensures the integrity of patient medical images and data while adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.
Trains, supervises and mentors students and ultrasound personnel.
Manages staff scheduling as needed.
Continually monitors for and implements performance improvement opportunities.
Performs routine maintenance of ultrasound equipment and manages supply inventory.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.