Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem, Variable Shift

Adventist Health•Marysville, WA

About The Position

Adventist Health and Rideout is a healthcare provider serving Yuba-Sutter County and the surrounding areas, with a 221-bed hospital, physician clinics, home care, cancer care and other services. The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures according to accepted protocols and physician direction. The role produces images of internal body tissues to help diagnose and monitor conditions, supervises and mentors ultrasound personnel, and maintains equipment. The technologist uses ultrasound equipment to capture images of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology; summarizes and presents findings and measurements to physicians; and provides direct patient care during procedures. The role also maintains records and patient data, prepares rooms and patients, and verifies equipment operation. Employment is per diem with variable shifts.

Requirements

Diploma or certificate from an ultrasound college or school.
At ACR-accredited sites, sonographers must hold current certification and registration through ARDMS in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics (OB) or Vascular (RVT); CCI as a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS); or ARRT in Sonography (S) or Vascular Sonography (VS), within one year of hire. Required in California and Hawaii; multiple areas preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy.
Receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

Certification in multiple areas is preferred.

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 for diagnosis.
Follow diagnostic procedures, precautions and standards.
Provide direct patient care, including assessing patients' conditions and ability to cooperate.
Position patients and equipment, prepare patients for procedures, and monitor and record vital signs.
Observe for reactions or signs of impending complications and intervene as needed.
Maintain accurate records, files and billing information.
Protect the integrity of patient medical images and data and follow HIPAA and other confidentiality requirements.
Prepare rooms and patients for subsequent ultrasound procedures.
Verify equipment operational status before daily use and maintain equipment.
Supervise and mentor ultrasound personnel.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.