Ultrasound Tech
About The Position
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides quality patient care and performs high-quality imaging and exams while serving as a clinical resource and role model for unit personnel. The role requires sensitivity to patient needs, leadership, and adherence to current unit standards of practice, contributing to the excellence of the medical imaging department. The sonographer performs a variety of ultrasound procedures, produces complete, accurate, and timely images, prepares patients for exams, and explains procedures to patients and/or families. The role also includes observing patients and equipment, documenting and reporting unusual occurrences and patient conditions, maintaining equipment operation, reporting equipment problems, and entering procedure charges and supply data. Radiation safety practices include reducing exposure to patients and staff to as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Hold one of the listed credentials: ARDMS RDMS (OB/GYN), (AB), or (BR); ARRT R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT); ARDMS RVT (VT) or ARRT R.T.(S)(VS)(ARRT); ARDMS RDCS (AE) or (PE); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS).
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
- For the state of Utah: LRT.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- One year of ultrasound experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of ultrasound procedures, including abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retroperitoneal, small parts, and vascular exams; cardiac procedures may be performed as required by the entity.
- Follow radiation safety rules and regulations and minimize personal and patient exposure in accordance with ALARA.
- Produce complete, accurate, and timely images.
- Prepare patients for exams and provide patients and/or families with procedure information and instructions while responding to their physical and emotional needs.
- Observe the patient and equipment during procedures; report and document unusual occurrences and record the patient’s condition.
- Maintain the technical operation of equipment and notify service when needed; report equipment problems to the supervisor and log service calls or problems according to department procedure.
- Enter charges and required procedure and supply data accurately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
