Ultrasound Technologist

Southern Illinois Hospital Services•Carbondale, IL

About The Position

Responsible for performing a variety of duties in relation to imaging patients and ensuring smooth operations of the Ultrasound department while providing appropriate levels of patient care and customer service. The Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVT) performs high-quality, non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images of the arterial and venous systems, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. The Registered Sonographer (RDMS) performs high-quality, non-invasive ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.

Requirements

Associates degree in Radiology/Ultrasound/Ultrasound or Certificate Program in Radiology/Ultrasound
RMDS or ARRT (S) registered or registry eligible
Registry eligible must have proof of passing ARDMS SPI exam prior to start date and passing score on any one corresponding specialty exam within six months of hire.
Must be vascular certified with RVT, RVS, ARRT (VS) within one year of hire (excludes 20360)
BLS
Must be vascular certified with RVT, RVS, AART (VS)
RDMS registered or registry eligible
Registry eligible must have proof of passing ARDMS SPI exam prior to start date and passing score on BR specialty exam within one year of hire or hold ultrasound AART (BS).
ARRT (R) registered (within 90 days of hire)
ARRT registered in Mammography within 1 year of hire.
IEMA – Radiography Accreditation (within 90 days of hire)
BLS
1-3 years Vascular Sonography experience preferred (RVT only)
1-3 years Sonography experience preferred (20360)

Nice To Haves

dual registry (RVT/RDCS) or cardiac experience
dual registry (RVT)

Responsibilities

Performs ultrasound and radiography exams as appropriate
Utilizes PACS and EMR systems.
Maintain appropriate IV/Contrast competency (Breast Center locations not required).
Follows established protocols and procedures for proper patient position, exposure control, and radiation protection.
Communicates clearly and effectively with all involved in the patient care process.
Cleans and inspects departmental equipment
Cleans and stocks Imaging rooms
Performs vascular ultrasound exams as appropriate
Utilizes Merge and EMR systems
Maintains appropriate IV/Contrast competency (Echo only ).
Communicates clearly and effectively with all involved in patient care process
Cleans and inspects departmental equipment
Cleans and stocks exam rooms