$70/HR - Vascular Ultrasound Technologist Contract - FlexStaff
About The Position
The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist prepares patients for ultrasound examinations, explains procedures, and positions patients according to departmental procedures. The technologist obtains relevant imaging and diagnostic reports, consults with referring physicians about patient history and the appropriate examination, and configures ultrasound equipment to produce accurate results. The role requires recognizing anatomical structures and distinguishing artifacts from normal or pathological findings, as well as determining when further evaluation may be appropriate. The technologist monitors patients throughout examinations and reports changes in condition or complaints in accordance with procedures. They document and label images, maintain exam records and logs, perform calibration checks and minor equipment repairs, and troubleshoot mechanical problems. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Vocational or technical school diploma.
- Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification, plus specialized certifications as needed.
- 1–3 years of technical experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for ultrasound examinations, position them according to departmental standard operating procedures, and explain procedures in accessible terms.
- Obtain relevant imaging and diagnostic reports and consult referring physicians about patient history and the appropriate ultrasound examination.
- Set up ultrasound equipment and select machine settings to obtain accurate results using technical judgment.
- Recognize structures displayed on the oscilloscope, distinguish artifacts from normal or pathological processes, and determine when more extensive evaluation may be needed.
- Observe patients throughout examinations and report changes in condition or motor abnormality complaints in accordance with procedures.
- Document image details, label studies, and maintain records and logs of examinations performed.
- Perform calibration checks, make necessary adjustments, conduct minor repairs, and troubleshoot ultrasound equipment.
- Perform related duties as required.
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