Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem) - Breast Health

Overlake Hospital Medical Center • Bellevue, WA

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About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist works with Medical Imaging leadership and the medical director to develop operating policies and procedures. The technologist performs diagnostic and interventional exams in diagnostic medical sonography or echocardiography, as well as vascular ultrasound exams, within established guidelines. The role also serves as a resource and role model within the department. To qualify as a US Tech, the technologist must be actively performing vascular studies.

The posting describes qualifications for Ultrasound Tech II and Ultrasound Tech I. Tech II requires an accredited ultrasound or echo program degree (AA/BA/BS) or satisfactory completion of formal military or hospital-based ultrasound training; RDMS or RVS registration; successful completion of at least one physics registry exam and one specialty exam; annual renewal of RDMS or RVS; and RVT or RVS advanced certification. Previous vascular experience is required, while previous hospital experience is preferred. Previous supervisory experience is preferred for a lead position.

Tech I requires an AA through an accredited ultrasound program; a BA/BS is preferred. The candidate must be ARDMS registry-eligible and obtain RDMS and RVT within one year of employment, with the required exams and annual renewal of RDMS or RDCS once obtained. Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required. Previous hospital experience is preferred. At least six months of supervisory experience is required for lead technologist responsibilities.

Requirements

• Ultrasound Tech II: AA, BA, or BS degree through an accredited ultrasound or echo program, or satisfactory completion of a formal military or hospital-based ultrasound training program.
• Ultrasound Tech II: RDMS or RVS registration; successful completion of at least one physics registry exam and one specialty exam (for example, echo, OB, or abdomen).
• Ultrasound Tech II: Annual renewal of RDMS or RVS, verified through primary-source verification; RVT or RVS advanced certification.
• Ultrasound Tech II: Previous vascular experience.
• Ultrasound Tech I: AA through an accredited ultrasound program.
• Ultrasound Tech I: ARDMS registry-eligible; RDMS and RVT required within one year of employment, including successful completion of the physics registry and at least one specialty exam (for example, AE, OB, or abdomen).
• Ultrasound Tech I: Annual renewal required when RDMS or RDCS is obtained, with primary-source verification.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required for Ultrasound Tech I.
• At least six months of previous supervisory experience is required for lead technologist responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Ultrasound Tech I: BA/BS degree preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred for a lead position.

Responsibilities

• Work with Medical Imaging leadership and the medical director to develop operating policies and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic and interventional exams in diagnostic medical sonography or echocardiography.
• Perform vascular ultrasound exams within established guidelines; actively perform vascular studies.
• Serve as a role model and resource within the department.

Benefits

• Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month; many Overlake services covered at 100%.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years, with immediate vesting.
• Pre-tax and Roth after-tax retirement savings plans.
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program.
• Caregiver support program, including childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Free parking and Orca transit passes.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree