Registered Ultrasound Technologist - El Pueblo - Radiology

El Rio Community Health Center•Tucson, AZ

150d•$34 - $49

About The Position

The Registered Ultrasound Technologist performs a variety of ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The role performs diagnostic ultrasound exams ordered by providers according to organizational protocols, obtains quality diagnostic images using the appropriate transducer, disinfects transducers according to manufacturer recommendations, verifies patient and exam details, and records and transmits completed exams through the radiology software system for Radiologist interpretation. The technologist explains procedures to patients, answers questions, educates patients, providers, and staff about ultrasound procedures, and provides excellent service to patients, coworkers, visitors, and other customers. The role maintains a safe, clean, and hygienic work environment; follows relevant safety, infection-control, Joint Commission, HIPAA, compliance, and facility policies; uses the PACS work list; and ensures ultrasound orders and associated CPT and ICD-10 codes are correct. The technologist maintains ARDMS credentials, learns new vendor software versions, contributes to the team, completes work on time, and reviews the job description and performance goals annually with the Radiology Manager. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Employees must have reliable transportation to accommodate operational reassignments during the workday. If driving during work hours, employees must have a valid driver’s license and meet Arizona vehicle insurance requirements. El Rio Health requires a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card, pre-employment drug testing, and applicable post-employment drug and alcohol testing. Employees are strongly recommended to maintain vaccination status, subject to applicable exemptions and accommodations.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Graduation from an accredited ultrasound school.
Certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with ARDMS credentials maintained.
Two years of experience in the OB/GYN field of practice.
Two years of experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting operational reassignments during the workday.
Valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements if driving during work hours.
Level One Fingerprint Clearance card; if not held before hire, the fingerprint application must be completed within seven days after hire and the Level One Non-IVP card received within 30 days after applying.
Undergo drug testing before employment and applicable post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish ability, including speaking, reading, and writing in both languages.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams ordered by providers in accordance with organizational protocols.
Select the appropriate transducer and obtain quality diagnostic images.
Disinfect transducers according to manufacturer recommendations.
Verify patient identity, reason for visit, and correct patient and body part before scanning.
Enter correct patient information into the computer programs used to record the procedure.
Complete exams in the Radiology Software System and transmit them to the Radiologist for reading.
Use the PACS work list to expedite ultrasound procedures.
Explain procedures to patients and answer their questions.
Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic work environment; address or report hazards and follow safety, infection-prevention, and control procedures.
Comply with Joint Commission Certification standards and related reporting requirements.
Provide excellent customer service and address and resolve complaints.
Demonstrate El Rio Health Standards and consistently apply AIDET principles in interactions with patients, community members, coworkers, and colleagues.
Educate patients, providers, and staff about ultrasound procedures performed at El Rio Health.
Complete work on time.
Ensure ultrasound orders have the appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes for billing.
Maintain professional ARDMS licensure and credentials.
Learn new software versions as they become available from radiology vendors.
Contribute to the team and comply with facility policies, including HIPAA and compliance policies.
Review the job description and performance goals annually with the Radiology Manager.
Promote a professional, respectful, and inclusive working environment that values diversity and multiculturalism.