Ultrasound Technologist / Night Shift

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

20h•$36 - $47

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist provides quality care to patients receiving ultrasound scans and diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures. The role includes communicating patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence, ensuring complete and accurate documentation of patient care, and properly operating imaging and specialty equipment while staying current on the uses of medical devices. The technologist ensures patients are prepared for procedures, rooms are adequately stocked, and emergency-supply inventories are checked periodically. They provide care during procedures, assist with patient and family education, demonstrate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, and provide complex technical care to meet patient needs. The role also involves assisting with the planning and performance of multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate sequence, potentially supporting research activities, and serving as a resource for students and junior technologists. Other related responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound.
Minimum of two years of experience, including one year in ultrasound.
RDMS or ARRT certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying objects up to 25 pounds, and occasional to frequent standing and walking.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification as a Registered Vascular Tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care to patients receiving ultrasound scans and diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
Communicate patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
Ensure documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
Properly operate imaging and specialty equipment and keep abreast of medical-device uses.
Ensure patients are prepared for procedures.
Ensure rooms are adequately stocked and periodically check emergency-supply inventories.
Provide quality patient care during procedures and assist with patient and family education.
Demonstrate adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
Provide complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate time sequence.
Serve as a resource for students and junior technologists.
May support or assist in research and related activities.
Perform related responsibilities as required.