Ultrasound Technologist

Johns Hopkins Medical Management Corporation•Baltimore, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist to perform ultrasound procedures at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. The technologist performs procedures using required ACR standards, demonstrates knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound image acquisition and EPIC and PACS workflows, and assists radiologists with invasive procedures when required. The role provides age-specific care to geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and infant populations. The position is scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., with no weekends and rotating holidays. Johns Hopkins Intrastaff describes the role as temporary employment within its healthcare system. The work takes place in patient-treatment and office areas, with a generally steady pace and occasional hectic periods due to patient census or emergencies.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited DMS program.
Current ARDMS certification.
CPR BLS certification.
At least three years of experience as a diagnostic technologist.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to use a computer for data entry and retrieval.
Ability to communicate through written documentation, by telephone, and directly.
Basic math, reading, and adaptability skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use Word is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of techniques, procedures, equipment, and hospital and departmental policies necessary for job performance.
Provide age-specific care for geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and infant populations.
Operate radiologic equipment and produce diagnostic images.
Position patients as appropriate to image specific body parts.
Review image quality and obtain additional views as necessary.
Assist patients, schedule appointments, and answer questions about department procedures.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
Obtain required procedure documentation, including informed consent and patient questionnaires.
Perform venipuncture and inject contrast material as required.
Verify procedure orders against the chart or request.
Follow established radiation-protection procedures for oneself and patients.
Perform computer functions related to procedures and accurately record the number of films taken, repeats, and fluoroscopy time in a timely manner.
Maintain and stock adequate supplies.
Assist radiologists with invasive procedures when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.