Ultrasound Technician (FGP) - OB/GYN IVF (FLOAT)
About The Position
The Ultrasound Technician performs diagnostic sonographic examinations using ultrasonic equipment and various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate, and record anatomical, pathological, and functional data. The technician operates ultrasound equipment to produce quality images and performs studies in required modalities. The role also provides training and guidance to Ultrasound Technology students. The position involves working with hospital and radiology information systems, verifying and processing exam orders, assessing patient information, and selecting appropriate procedures and protocols. The technician explains procedures to patients, adapts examinations to patient conditions, troubleshoots examination issues, and follows safety, isolation, and departmental protocols. The role includes equipment setup, quality checks, maintenance procedures, and reporting equipment problems. Fertility and transvaginal experience are preferred; cardiac specialty is not applicable.
Requirements
- Certificate from an approved ultrasound or vascular technology education program.
- Registered or eligible to take the ARDMS Registry exam within one year of hire.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Required licenses/credentials listed: Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Nice To Haves
- Fertility experience.
- Transvaginal ultrasound experience.
- Registration as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
- Registered Vascular Technologist.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic sonographic examinations using appropriate equipment, modalities, and techniques; locate, evaluate, and record relevant anatomical, pathological, and functional data.
- Operate ultrasound equipment to produce quality images and perform studies in required modalities.
- Use hospital and radiology information systems to access patient information, schedule exams, review reports, verify orders, and process requests in accordance with privacy regulations and departmental procedures.
- Assess patient information and status, confirm patient identity, review requisitions, and clarify exam requirements with medical staff when necessary.
- Follow accepted radiologic procedures, examination protocols, requisition instructions, reference materials, and isolation precautions.
- Independently perform patient procedures according to departmental protocols and standards; explain procedures and equipment to patients.
- Troubleshoot examination issues, adapt examinations to patient conditions, and confer with other technologists about approaches used.
- Set up, operate, and maintain equipment; perform visual and manual quality-control checks; use imaging and peripheral equipment safely and productively; report malfunctions or missing or damaged equipment.
- Direct and monitor students during clinical training, guide them in performing ultrasound procedures, communicate information to improve their understanding, evaluate their progress, and monitor their work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
- Financial security benefits.
- Generous time-off program.
- Employee resource groups for peer support.
- Employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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