Ultrasound Technician

Tyvan LLC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist plays a critical role in patient care by executing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as physicians prescribe. This position requires a commitment to patient comfort and safety and maintaining high quality and compliance standards in imaging practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer.
• ARDMS certification and BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Proficient in navigating and utilizing electronic medical records systems.
• Understand and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain and enhance skill levels through ongoing education, collaborative training with colleagues and physicians, and annual skills checkoffs.
• Exhibit mindfulness, compassion, and excellent people skills to foster a supportive patient environment.
• Ability to maintain vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus); hear, speak, and use hands for detailed tasks; walk, sit, maintain balance, perform repetitive motions, and utilize arm, leg, and back muscles for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, push/pull up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance; lift/carry up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance.
• Ability to climb, kneel, crouch; distinguish colors; be exposed to noise/high-pitched sounds; hazards, allergens, toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation.
• Potential exposure to electric shock; work in confined spaces.
• Must wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks.
• May encounter infectious diseases and risks associated with cuts and bruises.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound/sonography procedures on patients, including preparing them for exams, positioning them appropriately, selecting the correct imaging techniques, and ensuring image quality.
• Enter and monitor patient data accurately within the electronic medical records system.
• Conduct regular quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Promptly identify and report any accidents, complaints, or equipment malfunctions to departmental management.
• Always ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Perform tasks or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.
• Attend staff and company-sponsored meetings as required to stay informed and involved.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed