Ultrasound Technologist

Renown Health•Reno, NV

About The Position

Under the general direction of a physician and department supervisor, the Sonographer specializes in cardiac, vascular, or general ultrasound and performs complex diagnostic procedures according to established protocols and care standards. The role supports diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease while helping deliver patient care in accordance with applicable industry, regulatory, accreditation, and Renown Health standards. The technologist carries out physician orders and uses advanced imaging skills to support patient outcomes and Renown Health’s vision and mission. The Sonographer operates sophisticated ultrasound imaging and reading/reporting systems, keeps current with technological advances in the applicable modality, and develops skills to perform new examinations and modalities as they are introduced. They review images for identification, technique, and completeness according to the standards of the relevant governing bodies. Examinations may take place in the ultrasound department or elsewhere in the hospital as needed. Depending on specialty and policy, procedures may involve approved cardiac contrast agents or agitated saline, general ultrasound procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, and biopsy, or vascular procedures involving line placement and thrombin injection. The position serves as a professional resource and role model for patients, physicians, peers, and the public. It may include training new staff and sonography students, mentoring students from CAAHEP programs, and contributing technical and professional knowledge in educational sessions. The Sonographer also participates in accreditation and reaccreditation processes and performs other duties assigned by the department supervisor, including equipment and lab upkeep and checks of department safety and supply equipment. The role provides patient care to people ranging in age from infants to geriatric patients and requires the ability to operate ultrasound systems and relevant hospital and department computer systems. The position has authority to make technical decisions to achieve optimal sonographic image quality.

Requirements

Working-level knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
At least one year of clinical experience in the respective department.
Active registry with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS or RVS) or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS, RVT, or RDCS) in the specialty of Adult or Pediatric echocardiography and/or Vascular Technology for the specified cardiac and vascular departments.
Active ARDMS registry in Abdomen or OB/GYN for the specified general ultrasound departments.
CPR certification upon hire.
AHA BLS certification within 60 days of hire.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills needed for online learning requirements, access to online forms and policies, and online benefits enrollment.
Ability to operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and hospital and department computer systems.

Nice To Haves

RVT registry is preferred for the specified general ultrasound departments.
Experience or ability to mentor Ultrasound students from a CAAHEP program.

Responsibilities

Perform complex diagnostic ultrasound examinations in the assigned specialty according to physician orders, protocols, and care standards.
Operate sophisticated ultrasound imaging, reading, and reporting systems and use technical skills to obtain optimal image quality.
Review images for identification, technique, and completeness according to applicable modality standards.
Keep current with technological advances and develop skills to perform new examinations and modalities as introduced.
Perform specialty-specific procedures, including invasive or guided procedures where applicable, in accordance with policy.
Provide patient care appropriate to patients ranging from infants to geriatric adults and meet age-specific competency standards.
Provide training to new department staff and sonography students, including instruction in protocols, equipment operation, documentation, and image acquisition.
Participate in educational sessions and contribute technical and professional knowledge to students, allied health professionals, and physicians.
Participate in accreditation and reaccreditation application processes for the applicable modality.
Perform assigned department duties, including checking code blue carts, eyewash stations, blanket warmers, and refrigerators, and cleaning and maintaining equipment and the lab.
Meet applicable governing-body, accreditation, regulatory, and Renown Health requirements.
Perform other duties related to Renown Medical Center as needed.