Ultrasound Technologist

HealthPartners•Hutchinson, MN

3h•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist operates ultrasound equipment to provide the Radiologist with an accurate record of designated portions of a patient’s body. The technologist performs high-quality examinations for patients of all ages, follows imaging protocols in collaboration with the Radiologist, and provides relevant information about patients’ symptoms and physical histories. The role includes maintaining equipment, supplies, records, and professional knowledge, as well as providing emergency ultrasound coverage through a call rotation that includes weekends and holidays for Hutchinson Health and Olivia Health Care. Employees are expected to adhere to HealthPartners Employee Values, protect organizational and patient confidentiality, report health or medical errors, and follow Environment of Care policies by promptly reporting safety risks or hazards. HealthPartners describes its workplace as inclusive and values diversity, health equity, community partnership, and employee well-being.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of Ultrasound and/or Radiologic Technology.
Complete a clinical rotation in Radiology and/or Ultrasound before graduation.
Hold ARRT and/or ARDMS certification, or be ARDMS Registry eligible.
Be a Registered Vascular Technologist or registry eligible.
Hold current CPR certification.
Have a valid driver’s license and/or transportation to report to work in Hutchinson and Olivia, Minnesota.
Complete two years of training under a qualified and licensed Radiologist as stated by ARRT, or meet the requirements established as part of an ultrasound school/program.
Have working knowledge of anatomy; principles of physics and sound waves; scanning methods for obtaining required images; equipment setup and operation; record-keeping systems; and anatomical positions including supine, prone, lateral, upright, and Trendelenburg.
Have sufficient knowledge of patient care and sterile techniques to handle varied conditions in the exam room, at bedside, and in the operating room.

Responsibilities

Enter exam charges into the system and/or direct them to Material Services and Pharmacy as appropriate.
Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations on patients of all ages, addressing and responding appropriately to their individual needs.
Work with the Radiologist to learn and follow preferred imaging protocols and provide accurate information about patients’ symptoms and physical histories.
Maintain the exam room, equipment, and supplies in an orderly condition and ready for the next patient.
Maintain education, knowledge, and training for up-to-date quality patient care and current CEU requirements, including ARRT and/or ARDMS requirements.
Maintain accurate records to meet regulatory and professional standards.
Participate in a call rotation, including holidays and weekends, to provide emergency ultrasound coverage for Hutchinson Health and Olivia Health Care patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
React objectively and use good judgment in crisis situations and on specific issues.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Adhere to HealthPartners Employee Values.
Maintain confidentiality of the organization and patients.
Report health or medical errors.
Observe Environment of Care policies and immediately report safety risks or hazards.