Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem)

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital•Torrington, CT

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structures, providing quality images for radiologists and physicians to interpret. The role performs abdominal, pelvic, gynecologic, small-parts, Doppler, and interventional procedures. It applies an understanding of growth and development to assess each patient’s age-specific needs and provide individualized care. The technologist positions patients, selects transducers and scanning sequences, and ensures image quality and accuracy in accordance with American College of Radiology standards and FDA quality-control requirements. The role also supports interventional procedures, maintains and transfers exam data through electronic medical record, RIS, and PACS systems, and organizes images and related data for physician interpretation. The technologist reviews orders and relevant patient information to help ensure the correct procedure and preparation for each patient.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program specializing in sonography.
Credentialed by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) before the hire date or job transfer date.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS or RDMS).
Proficiency in real-time ultrasound, color flow, Doppler, transvaginal procedures, biopsies, and interventional procedures.

Nice To Haves

New graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound diagnostic procedures, positioning patients and selecting appropriate transducers and scanning sequences to produce accurate images.
Ensure the technical quality and accuracy of ultrasound examinations according to American College of Radiology standards and FDA quality-control requirements.
Assemble sterile trays and perform scrub duties as necessary.
Enter exam, supply-charge, resource-allocation, and relevant clinical information into the electronic medical record, RIS, and PACS; transfer correctly annotated images into PACS.
Organize images, measurements, calculations, and other data in a logical sequence for physician interpretation.
Consult with physicians as requested regarding image and data quality.
Obtain relevant patient information and review physician orders or requisitions, clinical information, laboratory results, and patient charts to ensure the correct procedure and patient preparation.
Perform other related duties as required.