Ultrasound Tech II Heart Care John C. Lincoln Clinic

HonorHealth•Phoenix, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a radiologist, the Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, and takes responsibility for assigned tasks and procedures. The role performs data entry using appropriate hospital software and may provide coverage at various locations in the network. The position is based at the Heart Care Clinic at 340 E. Palm Lane, Phoenix, Arizona. The schedule is described as 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel is required to support Heart Care clinics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
More than 10 months of clinical ultrasound experience.
ARDMS eligibility, including passing the Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) exam.
Current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) license or RVT credential, including passing an exam in one of the listed specialties: Abdomen, Breast, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatric Sonography, or Vascular Technology; one year required.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
Associate degree.
Two or more ARDMS specialty credentials.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound techniques and examinations, including abdominal, OB/GYN, and small-parts exams, selecting appropriate technical factors for each patient and monitoring patient safety and comfort.
Transport patients to and from the exam room or table and prepare and maintain the room.
Acquire digital images and evaluate them for technical quality.
Assist physicians with diagnostic procedures and medication administration.
Assist in coordinating the department’s daily workflow.
Maintain equipment in efficient operating order; perform and document required quality-control testing; and contact service for repairs and maintenance as directed.
Rotate throughout the department as staffing and patient volume require.
Participate in staff orientation, training, and in-service education as needed.
Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe environment for patients and staff in the assigned area.
Maintain stock and inventory as assigned.
Perform data entry using the appropriate hospital software package.
Provide coverage at various network locations as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.