Ultrasound Technician (US) San Francisco, CA

Vighter • San Francisco, CA

1d • $57 - $74 • Onsite

About The Position

Vighter is seeking Ultrasound (US) Technologists to provide patient care support at the San Francisco VAMC and Eureka Community-based facility. Ultrasound (US) Technologists are responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients to ensure that the quality of the studies adhere to established standards. The Ultrasound Tech will perform other functions as determined by the Supervisor in expediting the care of the patient.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate from an approved School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Experience: Minimum two-year experience in specialty.
• Must be familiar with GE devices.
• Certification: ARMDS Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• License: Have and maintain a valid, unrestricted license in any state, territory, or commonwealth of the U.S and/or certification as required.
• Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day, must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment
• Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
• Positions require applicants to be US Citizens, 21 years or older.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Phillips Intellispace PACS is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Operates Ultrasound system and ancillary equipment to perform Ultrasound examinations.
• Follows exam protocols, defines optimal protocols, and devises alternative ways to visualize pathology within the patient.
• Familiar with Interventional Radiology procedures to perform invasive exams such as biopsies and drainages.
• Expected to be able to critique images for optimal quality and use PACS to transmit images for Radiologist interpretation.
• Must be able to perform common exams listed below: AAA Screens, Abdomen Complete/No Aorta, Abdomen Limited, Right Upper Quadrant, Renal, Pelvic, US Guided IR Procedures
• Must adhere to 2026 National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) standards/guidelines
• Must be continuously on the alert to the patient’s condition and other disorders. Adverse reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient
• Ensures that all documentation required for the completion of exams is done in VISTA CPRS.
• Must be certain patient identification and requests are identical.
• Validates all images and corrects incorrect information prior to sending to VISTA for interpretation by the Radiologist. If deletion for VISTA is required, the proper documentation must be presented for deletion of images from the EMR through the PACS Administrator or ADPAC Coordinator.
• Help to maintain effective control for the Radiology Department by coordinating organizing and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns with the department.
• Continuously works to develop a cohesive and effective team with other areas of the Radiology Department and with other areas of the entire facility to expedite quality patient care.
• Assures that procedure rooms are always stocked with necessary supplies, with special attention to emergent equipment and supplies. Alerts supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner
• Ensures that all equipment is in proper working order prior to use.
• Removes and tags defective equipment and notifies DRT Supervisor or Chief Technologist.
• Responsible for making routine calibration on equipment.
• Keeps abreast of technological advances in the Radiology field.
• Successfully completes all required educational classes and successfully receives all Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as governed by the ARRT, to maintain an active status with the ARRT.
• Work with Medical Support Staff to schedule and prepare patients for examinations and explain procedures to patients while performing studies.
• Obtain pertinent diagnostic examinations for the ordering provider.
• Correlates the clinical history with the test to be performed.
• Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. Includes the maintenance of patient registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system.
• Properly identifies patient images. Essential so that mistaken identity of patient images does not occur. The Technologist must be certain the patient ID band and the request are identical.
• Confirms patient identity by verbally confirming patient name and social security number.
• Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full time employees. Vacation Accrual and holidays.
• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance and subsidized health insurance (W2).
• Professional development and promotion opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees