US Technologist | PRN | Desert Radiology

Radiology Partners • Las Vegas, NV

3d • $36 - $40

About The Position

Join Desert Radiology, Transform your Career and Radiology! Who We Are: Our story began in 1966 when Drs. Robert Taylor, Harris Knudson, and James Lum joined together to form Taylor, Knudson & Lum, a radiology and radiation oncology practice. The practice expanded in 1969 with the additions of Dr. Francis Esposito, followed by Drs. Richard Ellis and Paul Bandt in 1971. In 1977, the practice was renamed Desert Radiologists. In 1987, the practice relocated to the 2020 Palomino Lane building and still operates as an imaging center today. The practice name was officially changed to Desert Radiology in 2017. In June 2019, Desert Radiology (DR) and Radiology Partners (RP) announced their partnership. Desert Radiology is proud to be the official imaging partner of the Las Vegas Aces and radiology provider for numerous sports teams, including the Vegas Golden Knights and Las Vegas Raiders. Our practice is committed to our community and supports many local non-profits like City Impact Center, Opportunity Village and Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada. Radiology Partners, a leading physician-led and physician-owned radiology practice in the U.S., collaborates with Desert Radiology on high-impact projects to advance the field of radiology. Together, we are on a mission to transform radiology. Join the team at Desert Radiology and you will work with some of the healthcare industry’s most innovative minds on high-impact projects designed to move the practice of radiology forward. What We Offer: Radiology is a team sport, and Desert Radiology is building a community of physicians and support teammates who embody our practice values and believe in our bold mission to transform radiology. Here’s why you should join the Desert Radiology / RP team: Community presence: Imaging Centers and Hospital Affiliates Leading the pack in the development of AI tools and technology resources Competitive compensation, benefits, and Generous PTO on full time positions. Eligibility starts the month after hire with tiered options. Opportunities for professional development and career growth Proudly Certified as a Great Place to Work for Five Consecutive Years Position Summary: To perform diagnostic ultrasound exams and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention at the request of a licensed practitioner. The successful US Technologist is proficient on multiple types of US equipment and demonstrates best practices in US and patient care.

Requirements

• DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Responsibilities

• Perform and maintain monthly quality control on ultrasound system as required by credentialing organizations along with performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• Follows established techniques and methods in operating equipment and processing images.
• Ensures technical quality of images and exercises judgment in processing assigned work load.
• Assists the radiologist in performing image-guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, and hysterosonograms).
• Prepares patients for ultrasound procedures. In doing so, escorts patients to dressing and ultrasound rooms, provides verbal and written instructions and positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.
• Selects transducer, and makes equipment adjustments according to the nature of test, depth of field and other specifications of test.
• Ensures safety procedures and universal precautions are used at all times.
• Assesses the patient’s previous exams/reports to include loading or digitizing outside studies, if available/applicable, prior to performing the ultrasound procedure.
• Reviews the referral form for each procedure and ensures accuracy of the referral in the system; accurately communicates the referral to the radiologist.
• For certain procedures, may administer medication as prescribed by a physician.
• Performs IV insertion as needed following proper guidelines as established by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and Generous PTO on full time positions. Eligibility starts the month after hire with tiered options.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed