Ultrasound Technologist

Children's National Hospital

12d • $42 - $84 • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology is located within the hospital (SZ campus) and at the Rockville, Maryland Children's National Imaging (CNI) site. The Division offers imaging services for a complete range of pediatric diseases and conditions. Services provided at the main hospital include general radiography, fluoroscopy, special procedures (interventional), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography, ultrasound, computerized axial tomography, bone densitometry, and magnetic resonance imaging. Services provided at Children’s National Imaging (Rockville, Maryland) include general radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, computerized axial tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. The Ultrasound Technologist will perform high-quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED AND Graduate of approved program in Ultrasound Technology
• Clinical ultrasound experience in a hospital environment (Required)
• ARDMS Registration (Required)

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.
• Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain.
• Possess excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and document such.
• Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.
• Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.
• Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut down of equipment.
• Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.
• Maintain cleanliness of exams rooms and equipment.
• Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
• Explain exam to patients/parents.
• Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.
• Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.
• Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site.
• Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
• Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.
• Practice personal radiation safety within the department.
• Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.
• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation.
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication.
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers.
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED