Ultrasound Technologist w/BONUS - 5103
About The Position
We have a new opening for a full time Ultrasound Technologist at the Naval Health Clinic in Lemoore, CA. Core Duties: Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the unit. Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures. Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to facility protocol. Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required. Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists. Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with facility policy. As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and facility policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values. Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book. Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest. Additional Duties: Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the unit. Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures. Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to facility protocol. Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required. Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists. Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with facility policy. As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and facility policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values. Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call logbook. Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8.5 or 9 hour shifts between 7am and 4pm
Requirements
- Education: Graduate from a JRCERT accredited program
- Internship/Residency: Successful completion from an internship in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year experience, within the past 3 years, or as required to meet clinical competency requirements.
- License: Current S-ARRT registration or ARDMS Certification.
- Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
- Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the unit.
- Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
- Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to facility protocol.
- Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination.
- Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
- Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
- Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with facility policy.
- As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and facility policy.
- Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
- Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel.
- Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.
- Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention.
- Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.
Benefits
- Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits: Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more
- Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement
- Matching 401K
- Sign-on bonus: $2,000.00 payable with first paycheck!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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