Ultrasound Technologist / SEIU - E / Casual | AGH

Job Title

This job performs prescribed imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.

Essential Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

Minimum

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent education and experience.
• One or more of the following certifications is required within 12 months of hire. If already certified, active certification must be maintained:
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or Sonography-RT(S) or Vascular Sonography-RT(VS) certification and registration via the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Breast (BS) via the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) earned prior to 2011
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) certification via Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• For technologists who have been performing ultrasound prior to and continuously since October 1996 AND have been evaluated by a responsible physician to assure competence, certification is not required.
• For employees in an Ultrasound role prior to July 1, 2022, who do not have certifications, they are not required to obtain them.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Preferred

• Prior radiology experience

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