Ultrasound Technologist

Saint Luke's Health System • Kansas City, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Within the organizational structure of radiology performs ultrasound exams to assist in direct patient care. New hire will have 90 days from start to obtain Reg Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. In Convenient Care/Imaging Center setting, may also assist other modalities and perform other duties as assigned. Provides technical and procedural support to Interventional Radiologists during ultrasound-guided procedures. This position is responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound imaging to facilitate safe and accurate needle placement, preparing sterile equipment and biopsy trays, assisting with specimen handling, and collaborating closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care throughout the procedural process. Procedures including, but not limited to: Renal (kidney) biopsies, Liver biopsies, Lymph node biopsies, Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, and other ultrasound-guided aspirations and biopsies as assigned.

Requirements

• Less than 1 year of applicable experience.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• RDMS Certification - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Reg Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Nice To Haves

• New hire will have 90 days from start to obtain Reg Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams to assist in direct patient care.
• Provides technical and procedural support to Interventional Radiologists during ultrasound-guided procedures.
• Performs high-quality ultrasound imaging to facilitate safe and accurate needle placement.
• Prepares sterile equipment and biopsy trays.
• Assists with specimen handling.
• Collaborates closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure efficient patient care throughout the procedural process.
• Performs procedures including, but not limited to: Renal (kidney) biopsies, Liver biopsies, Lymph node biopsies, Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, and other ultrasound-guided aspirations and biopsies as assigned.
• May also assist other modalities and perform other duties as assigned in a Convenient Care/Imaging Center setting.

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• Innovation
• Collaborative environment
• Support in achieving goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed