Ultrasound Technologist - Imaging Ultrasound

CHRISTUS Health•Tyler, TX

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs routine and advanced imaging procedures, supports other imaging technologists as needed, and helps facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The role includes moving, setting up, and operating medical ultrasound equipment; troubleshooting basic maintenance and issues related to image processing and the image archiving system; and participating in quality assurance. The technologist is expected to participate in ongoing education and remain current with safety and technical advances within their scope of licensure, while maintaining imaging competencies established by management. The technologist may work other shifts or at other campuses as needed. They are expected to uphold the organization's mission, values, and culture in their behavior and communication, follow applicable policies and standards, protect patient confidentiality, and adapt patient assessment, treatment, and care to individual developmental and cultural needs. Completed examinations must be scanned and stored correctly in PACS, and the technologist must follow PACS downtime procedures and escalate issues when necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or an accepted and approved equivalent.
Basic computer experience.
Within one year of hire, obtain one of the following: Sonography (S) by ARRT; Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS; or Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS.
BLS certification required.
State licensure is required if working in New Mexico.

Nice To Haves

One year of ultrasound scanning experience preferred.
One of the following preferred in addition to a required certification: Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT; Breast Sonography (BS) by ARRT; Breast (BR) RDMS by ARDMS; Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS; or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and advanced imaging procedures and assist with patient throughput within the scope of applicable licenses, certifications, and documented competencies.
Support other imaging technologists as needed and help facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow.
Move, set up, and operate medical ultrasound equipment.
Troubleshoot basic maintenance and issues related to image processing and the image archiving system; participate in quality assurance.
Maintain expected imaging competencies and participate in ongoing education, safety practices, and technical advances within the scope of licensure.
Work other shifts or at other campuses as needed or required.
Ensure completed examinations are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
Follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate issues to the PACS administrator or designee as needed.
Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel, and complete appropriate follow-up.
Adhere to applicable organizational, administrative, departmental, regulatory, and standards-of-care requirements.
Protect patient confidentiality and adapt patient assessment, treatment, and care methods to patients' individual needs.
Promote staff growth, development, employee engagement, and physician satisfaction through collaboration and assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
Perform other duties as assigned.