Ultrasound Tech, Breast Center, Per Diem, Day Shift

Valley Health System

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the Ultrasound Technologist prepares for and operates ultrasound equipment following specific physicians orders. Produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for imaging of the breast, verifies patients identification prior to scan, selects patient from work list, ensures exam is archived on the PACS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new departmental imaging. To perform a variety of ultrasound, color Doppler exams, and assists the radiologist with various invasive procedures.

Requirements

Completion from an accredited ultrasound program
ARDMS registered, or registry eligible
Breast certification
Must obtain registry within one (1) year of employment (if registry eligible)
Position's physical requirements necessitate a full range of body motion including but not limited to, physically assisting patients, requiring stretching, bending, lifting, sitting, kneeling, stooping, standing, walking, pushing and pulling
Physical dexterity to operate sensitive ultrasound equipment and to be able to perform a variety of ultrasound exams on patients
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and vascular systems
Ability to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects (Very Heavy Work)
Manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Constant talking and listening in English
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, including speech clarity, understanding the information relayed, deductive and inductive reasoning skills
Considerable walking, standing, sitting, reaching, filing, typing and photocopying
Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing needs of patients with acute, chronic and complex and/or terminal disease processes
Ability to work cooperatively within health system, multidisciplinary team members (i.e. MD's, Rehab, Respiratory, DI, Laboratory, etc)
Ability to utilize effective time management skills

Nice To Haves

One to two year's experience as an ultrasound technologist

Responsibilities

Prepares for and operates ultrasound equipment following specific physicians orders
Produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for imaging of the breast
Verifies patients identification prior to scan
Selects patient from work list
Ensures exam is archived on the PACS
Maintains facilities in proper order
Keeps abreast of all new departmental imaging
Performs a variety of ultrasound, color Doppler exams
Assists the radiologist with various invasive procedures

Benefits

Medical/Prescription
Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (varies)
Wellness Time Off
Extended Illness Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities