Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist

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Location: DENVER, Colorado

Job Description:

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. Educates patients about the exam and complete all exams in a timely manner, maintaining workflow and minimizing empty table time.

Operates all imaging equipment safely and properly, including scanners, injectors, and monitors, adapting protocols for patients of all ages.

Practicing infection control standards and using approved PPE and disinfectant agents.

Follows department protocols for patient identification, informed consent, and time-out procedures prior to starting exams.

Performs high-quality examinations in accordance with provider orders and departmental protocols, ensuring optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis.

Positions patients accurately and comfortably, using immobilization devices when necessary. Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.

Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.

Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.

Acquires and analyzes ultrasound images and data, providing complete and high-quality studies for radiologist interpretation.

Completes the ultrasound technologist worksheet with accurate, clear, and concise documentation of exam findings to support radiologist review and dictation.

Sterilizes transducers as needed to maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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

Required to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval and must have basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office. Required

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. Required

Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining a calming and professional disposition at all times. Must be able to communicate effectively about the procedure and handle patient questions, especially regarding visible examinations such as fetal ultrasounds. Required

Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English Required

Required to learn and use Radiology software packages and PACS applications, with the ability to quickly adapt to departmental policies and procedures. Required

Must maintain responsibility for continuing education and annual education requirements and keep all required registries and licenses up to date to perform imaging procedures. Required

Ability to perform various ultrasound procedures independently without constant supervision and must demonstrate appropriate technical skills in Ultrasound. Required

Must have the ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas and have knowledge of anatomy, physiology, patient care, and medical ethics. Required

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. Required

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required, with the ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and ages. Required

Experience with specialized sonographic procedures such as Breast, Prostate, OR ultrasound imaging, as well as expertise in Pediatric, Neuro, and Vascular sonography. Preferred

Additional languages Preferred

Education:

High School Grad or Equiv Required

Associate Preferred

Technical/Vocational School Preferred

Field of Study:

Technical/Vocational School in a program that makes candidate eligible to sit for ARDMS or ARRT boards

Work Experience:

1+ work experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required

Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) Required OR Registered Technologist - Vascular Sonography (R.T.(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 (R.T.(BS)(ARRT)) Required

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements -

Pay Range:

$32.85 - $61.10

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.