Ultrasound Technologist, Per Diem Weekend Shifts, Radiology

Adventist HealthCare•Silver Spring, MD

About The Position

White Oak Medical Center seeks to hire a Ultrasound Tech who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing. As an Ultrasound Technologist, you will: • Prepare the exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct examinations • Assist radiologists as needed with ultrasound-guided biopsies and vascular ultrasound procedures • Recognize and record the appropriate anatomy and pathology using sonographic equipment • Care properly for sonography equipment and report equipment failure • Write reports based upon the scan results and completion • Alert appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that need immediate attention • Use the ability to solve problems and make decisions

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program
1 year scanning experience preferred
RDMS certification within 1 year of hire
Vascular certification preferred
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

1 year scanning experience
Vascular certification

Responsibilities

Prepare the exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct examinations
Assist radiologists as needed with ultrasound-guided biopsies and vascular ultrasound procedures
Recognize and record the appropriate anatomy and pathology using sonographic equipment
Care properly for sonography equipment and report equipment failure
Write reports based upon the scan results and completion
Alert appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that need immediate attention
Use the ability to solve problems and make decisions