Ultrasound Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•Meriden, CT

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) is hiring a per diem Ultrasound Technologist to work at multiple locations and cover open weekday or weekend shifts as needed. The ideal candidate must commit to two shifts per month. The role schedules patients and operates ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic medical sonograms in accordance with established protocols, supporting physicians in diagnosis and treatment. The technologist follows applicable department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA policies and procedures. The position includes performing and documenting quality assurance checks, maintaining and cleaning equipment and work areas, assisting radiologists with invasive procedures, preparing images for interpretation, and recording procedure information in the RIS and PACS systems. The technologist also works collaboratively with clinical teams and may supervise and instruct students. Starting compensation is $34.00 to $51.71, based on qualifications and experience. MRA is an equal opportunity employer. Additional information about employee benefits and company culture is available on the company website.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Registered with or registry-eligible for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS); ARDMS is required within 12 months of hire.
CPR certification may be required, and the role requires the ability to maintain basic life support (CPR).
Maintain continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Working knowledge of ultrasound technology, including anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles applied to ultrasound.
Knowledge of patient care standards, quality assurance, customer service, OSHA principles and practices, and TJC standards of practice.
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and schedule, organize, and monitor patient flow to meet productivity, quality, health, and safety standards.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff, and coworkers; maintain confidentiality of patient records; and organize and complete work according to required workloads.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow internal quality standards and government regulations, and to understand and follow specifications and instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Commitment to two shifts per month.
May be required to rotate on a night, weekend, and/or holiday call schedule and cover ancillary offices as needed.
OSHA Class 1 exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
Work may involve physical lifting and/or walking.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an AMA-approved ultrasound program.
At least one year of experience as an ultrasound technologist.
Associate or Applied Science degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound diagnostic procedures, selecting appropriate transducers and scanning sequences to produce accurate images for radiologist interpretation.
Review physician orders, requisitions, and patient charts to confirm that examinations are complete and correct.
Schedule and prioritize procedures based on patient needs and the availability of physicians and staff.
Perform and document quarterly equipment quality assurance tests according to established protocols.
Assist radiologists during invasive radiological procedures and produce images for therapeutic and diagnostic services.
Maintain ultrasound equipment in good operating order; clean and disinfect equipment and the work area after each use; keep the work area orderly; and report hazards or equipment breakdowns to a supervisor.
Demonstrate yearly competencies and adapt examinations to patients’ ages, conditions, and special requirements.
Prepare examinations for radiologist interpretation, including correct identification and processing, and set up images in the PACS system.
Enter procedure data accurately in the RIS to capture charges and relevant information for billing, resource allocation, and inventory.
Use computer skills to prepare reports and correspondence as needed.
Work collaboratively with department members and other units to provide quality service.
Provide clinical supervision and instruction to students, applying department policies, procedures, and clinical competency processes to evaluate student growth and competence.