Ultrasound Tech

HonorHealth•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you’ll be part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. You’ll have opportunities to make a difference. From our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact. HonorHealth offers a diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team members designed to help you and your family live your best lives. Visit honorhealth.com/benefits to learn more. Join us. Let’s go beyond expectations and transform healthcare together. HonorHealth is one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million people in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The comprehensive network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group with primary, specialty and urgent care services, a cancer care network, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, an accountable care organization, community services and more. With nearly 17,000 team members, 3,700 affiliated providers and close to 2,000 volunteers dedicated to providing high quality care, HonorHealth strives to go beyond the expectations of a traditional healthcare system to improve the health and well-being of communities across Arizona. Learn more at HonorHealth.com.

Requirements

6 months clinical ultrasound experience (inclusive of education) - Required
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) eligible. Includes passing SPI exam (Sonography Principles and Instrumentation Exam) or ARRT Sonography certification. - Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification at the time of hire - Required
If ARRT when hired, ARDMS SPI credentialed 180 Days - Required
RDMS or RVT credentialed. This includes passing one of the following exams: • Abdomen • Breast • Obstetrics and Gynecology • Pediatric Sonography • Vascular Technology 1 Year or 18 months if hired with ARRT - Required
High School Diploma or GED - Required

Nice To Haves

1+ Years of Experience Preferred
Graduation from an accredited program for diagnostic medical sonography - Preferred
Associate's Degree - Preferred
Two (2) or more ARDMS specialty credentials. - Preferred

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a radiologist, this Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.
Assumes responsibility for tasks or procedures as assigned.
Performs data entry operations using appropriate hospital software package.
Staff member may be required to provide coverage at various locations in the network.
Performs ultrasound techniques and examination; including but not limited to abdominal, OB/GYN, and small parts, by selecting proper technical factors on individual patient basis and observes patient during procedure to ensure patient's safety and comfort.
Transports patient to and from exam room/table, prepares and maintains room.
Acquires digital images and evaluates for technical quality.
Assists physician in diagnostic procedures and with administering medications.
Assists in coordination of daily workflow for the department’s activities.
Maintains equipment in efficient operating order.
Performs and documents all required quality control testing.
Contacts service for repair and maintenance as directed.
Rotates throughout the department as staffing and volume dictates.
Participates in orientation, training, and in-servicing of staff, as needed.
Maintains an orderly, clean and safe environment of patients and staff in assigned area.
Maintains stock and inventory as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.