Registered Ultrasound Technologist - Grant - Radiology

El Rio Community Health Center•Tucson, AZ

145d•$34 - $55

About The Position

The Registered Ultrasound Technologist performs a variety of ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The technologist conducts diagnostic examinations ordered by providers and follows organizational protocols, selects appropriate transducers, obtains quality diagnostic images, and ensures transducers are disinfected according to manufacturer recommendations. The role includes accurately identifying patients and scanned body parts, entering procedure information into computer systems, completing exams in the radiology software system, and transmitting exams to radiologists for interpretation. The technologist explains procedures and answers patients’ questions, provides excellent service to patients, staff, and other customers, and educates patients, providers, and staff about ultrasound procedures offered at El Rio Health. The position supports a clean, safe, hygienic, and hazard-free work environment; follows safety, infection-prevention, compliance, HIPAA, and facility policies; uses the PACS work list; and ensures orders and coding information are correct. The technologist maintains ARDMS credentials, learns updated radiology software, completes work on time, and contributes to the team. Employees must have reliable transportation for possible workday reassignments and meet applicable driver’s license and Arizona insurance requirements when driving during work hours. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Salary is $34.16–$54.57 per hour, depending on qualifications. El Rio Health requires a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card for Arizona employees, drug testing before employment, and compliance with applicable subsequent drug and alcohol testing. Employees are strongly recommended to maintain vaccination status, subject to legally required exemptions and accommodations. Reasonable accommodations are available as described in the posting. El Rio Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Graduate of an accredited ultrasound school.
Certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and maintenance of ARDMS credentials.
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 health care providers.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting organizational operational reassignments during the workday.
If driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
Arizona employees must have a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card; new hires and transfers must submit the card or fingerprint receipt before the hire or transfer date, and the Level One Non-IVP card must be received within 30 days after that date.
Undergo drug testing before employment and, as applicable, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered when directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills, including the ability to speak, read, and write in both languages.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams ordered by providers in accordance with organizational protocols.
Select the appropriate transducer for the body part being examined and obtain quality diagnostic images.
Disinfect transducers according to manufacturer recommendations.
Identify patients using their name, date of birth, and reason for visit, and verify the correct patient and body part are scanned.
Enter correct patient information into the computer programs that record the procedure.
Complete exams in the radiology software system and transmit them to the radiologist for reading.
Maintain a safe work environment, address or report safety issues and hazards, follow health and safety policies, and participate in safety programs as applicable.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in accordance with facility policies, including requirements for work areas, examination rooms, handwashing, and infection prevention and control.
Demonstrate proficiency with compliance and reporting requirements related to Joint Commission Certification standards.
Use the PACS work list to expedite ultrasound procedures.
Explain procedures to patients and answer their questions.
Provide excellent customer service, address and resolve complaints, and model service excellence for internal and external customers, employees, and patients.
Model El Rio Health Standards and apply AIDET principles in interactions with patients, community members, coworkers, and colleagues.
Review the job description and performance goals annually with the Radiology Manager.
Promote a professional and respectful environment that values diversity and multiculturalism.
Educate patients, providers, and staff about ultrasound procedures performed at El Rio Health.
Complete work on time.
Verify ultrasound orders and appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes for billing.
Maintain professional ARDMS licensure and credentials.
Learn new software versions from radiology vendors as they become available.
Contribute to team efforts and comply with facility policies and procedures, including HIPAA and compliance requirements.