Ultrasound Technician - Full Time Sign On + Relocation Bonus

Kingman Regional Medical Center•Kingman, AZ

About The Position

Under the direction of the radiologist, the Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic exams and studies to support safe, high-quality patient care. Employees are expected to perform their duties in a way that supports KHI’s vision of being among the kindest, highest-quality health systems in the country. The technologist performs a range of ultrasound examinations and studies, adapts procedures using professional judgment, and documents pertinent patient, examination, and procedural information. The role requires knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, the ability to distinguish normal from abnormal anatomy, and awareness of pathological processes.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARDMS-approved (registry-eligible) Ultrasound Technologist program, an approved ARRT program RT (S) or RT (VS), or an approved registry-eligible CCI (RVS) program.
Obtain RVT, ARRT(VS), or RVS certification within six months of the start date.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to safely lift and physically manipulate patients.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze information and apply theory to practical skills.
Ability to stand and walk for periods of two hours or longer.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, push equipment weighing up to 150 pounds, and assist with movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300 pounds.
Concentration and visual and auditory acuity to monitor screens and follow instructions during procedures.

Nice To Haves

ARDMS certification in one or more of the following: Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Breast.
At least one year of experience in OB/GYN, abdominal, and/or vascular ultrasound.

Responsibilities

Use professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to achieve quality diagnostic outcomes.
Select an appropriate and cost-effective action plan after reviewing relevant information and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition.
Confirm patient identity using two unique identifiers (name and date of birth) and verify the requested procedure.
Verify female patients’ pregnancy status when appropriate.
Review laboratory values before interventional procedures.
Observe the patient and equipment during procedures, document patient reactions or problems on requisitions, and promptly report issues to the supervisor.
Assess factors that may contraindicate a procedure, including medications or inadequate patient preparation.
Document patient and examination occurrences in PACS/RIS, including examination start and completion times.
Document required and significant patient history relevant to examinations and procedures.
Recognize relevant clinical information and medical-history details that may affect an examination.
Perform abdominal, renal, aortic, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, biophysical profile, vascular, testicular, and breast studies; color-flow and Doppler studies; renal biopsies; and localized fluid-collection studies.
Capture representative anatomical images, distinguish normal from abnormal anatomy, and apply knowledge of pathological processes.
Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology to identify the area to be imaged.
Take initiative to participate in department and modality projects or duties.