Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist

Performs high-quality diagnostic ultrasound exams in accordance with provider orders and established protocols. Verifies patient identity and exam appropriateness and obtains necessary clinical history prior to scanning. Positions patients and equipment appropriately and manipulates transducers and technical factors to acquire optimal images, waveforms, heart rates, and other diagnostic data. Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems. Explains procedures to patients, ensuring comfort, cooperation, and privacy throughout the exam.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have detailed knowledge of ultrasound physics as well as cross-sectional and vascular anatomy and Doppler techniques in order to perform independent procedures to Radiologist standards. Required to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval and must have basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must possess patient care and communication skills to effectively deal with patients across all age groups from infant through geriatric, including handling sensitive issues in a calm and professional manner. Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining a calming and professional disposition at all times. Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English. Additional languages are preferred. Required to learn and use Radiology software packages and PACS applications, with the ability to quickly adapt to departmental policies and procedures. Must maintain responsibility for continuing education and annual education requirements and keep all required registries and licenses up to date to perform imaging procedures. Ability to perform various ultrasound procedures independently without constant supervision and must demonstrate appropriate technical skills in Ultrasound. Must have the ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas and have knowledge of anatomy, physiology, patient care, and medical ethics. Expected to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, sound judgment, and initiative. Must be familiar with age-specific criteria and demonstrate competency in all applicable areas. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required, with the ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and ages. Preferred qualifications include experience with specialized sonographic procedures such as Breast, Prostate, OR ultrasound imaging, as well as expertise in Pediatric, Neuro, and Vascular sonography.

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]. Associate [Preferred]. Technical/Vocational School [Preferred].

Work Experience: 1+ work experience [Preferred].

Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) [Required] OR Registered Technologist – Vascular Sonography RT(VS)(ARRT)) [Required] OR Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) [Required] OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Abdomen (RDMS-AB) [Required] OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Required] OR Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) [Required] OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) [Required] OR Registered Technologist – Breast Sonography RT(BS)(ARRT)) [Required] OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Breast Specialty (RDMS-BR) [Required].