Ultrasound Technologist

Intrastaff•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Hopkins Hospital is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist through Johns Hopkins Intrastaff. The role performs a variety of ultrasound procedures in accordance with required ACR standards and supports the Radiologist with invasive procedures when needed. The technologist must have thorough knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound image acquisition and EPIC and PACS workflows. The position is located at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. The scheduled shifts are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., with no weekends and rotating holidays. 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. The position is subject to shift rotation and exposure to various workplace hazards and materials. Johns Hopkins Intrastaff describes the role as a temporary employee position and offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), access to Johns Hopkins Credit Union, and other benefits. The employer is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

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, telephone, and direct interaction.
Basic math, reading, and adaptability skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use Word is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of ultrasound procedures using required ACR standards.
Assist the Radiologist with invasive procedures when required.
Demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound image acquisition and EPIC and PACS workflows.
Apply 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 images for diagnostic purposes.
Position patients to image specific body parts.
Review image quality and take 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 procedures to provide radiation protection for oneself and patients.
Perform computer functions related to procedures.
Accurately and promptly record the number of films taken, repeats, and fluoroscopy time using the computer system.
Maintain and stock adequate supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.