Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem, Variable Shift

Adventist Health • Marysville, CA

2d • $53 - $72

About The Position

Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols and physician direction. Produces images of internal body tissues to help diagnose and monitor conditions such as heart disease, pregnancy, and cancer. The role also supervises and mentors ultrasound personnel and maintains equipment.

The technologist uses ultrasound equipment to capture quality images of tissues, organs, vessels, and pathology; summarizes, documents, verifies, and presents images and findings to physicians; and provides direct patient care, including preparing and positioning patients, monitoring vital signs, and responding to complications. The role includes maintaining accurate records and patient data confidentiality, preparing rooms and patients for procedures, checking equipment, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Diploma or certificate from an ultrasound college or school.
• For applicable California and Hawaii ACR-accredited sites, certification and current registration through ARDMS in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics (OB), or Vascular (RVT); CCI as a Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI-RVS); or ARRT in Sonography (S) or Vascular Sonography (VS) within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasonic diagnostic procedures according to accepted protocols and physician direction.
• Use ultrasound equipment to capture quality images of tissues, organs, vessels, and pathology.
• Summarize, document, verify, and present images, findings, calculations, and measurements to physicians.
• Provide direct patient care by assessing patients, preparing and positioning them, monitoring vital signs, observing for complications, and intervening as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and billing information while protecting patient images and data in accordance with HIPAA and confidentiality requirements.
• Prepare rooms and patients for subsequent ultrasound procedures.
• Verify the operational status of equipment before daily use and maintain equipment.
• Supervise and mentor ultrasound personnel.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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