Ultrasound Technologist Senior

Ultrasound Technologist

The Ultrasound Technologist competently performs routine and specialized ultrasound exams of varied complexity to produce quality images for physicians and other health care providers to diagnose, treat, and monitor disease processes. Works independently, exercising sound judgment, and executing developed clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and situations to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Work routines are guided by established procedures and protocols; quality of work performed is approved or reviewed by the shift supervisor, principal ultrasound technologist, manager, or appropriate radiologist.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position:

• American Registration for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification with applicable credential [e.g., Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT, etc.], or equivalent certification
• ARDMS in Abdomen and/or OBGYN
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR

No minimum education required

No minimum work experience required

Capably demonstrates the knowledge and ability to operate ultrasound equipment in order to produce a quality product. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures. Knowledge of principles of ultrasound physics, and the propagation of ultrasound through tissues. Must be able to adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades as radiological field advances. Ability to assist healthcare practitioners during surgery or other sterile procedures. Demonstrate ability to recognize normal human anatomy, certain pathological conditions, and the ability to utilize ultrasound equipment to differentiate disease processes and artifacts. Ability to follow extensive and detailed protocols. Ability to use a checklist while performing studies Analytical skills necessary to perform non-routine, complex ultrasound studies. Ability to perform detailed and complex ultrasounds on a varied patient population. Physical ability to capably perform all functions of a staff sonographer. Ability to function and remain calm under multiple direction and/or fluctuations of work volume. Skill to organize workload by priority to produce a sufficient volume of work in a timely manner. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent experience in Perinatology
• Experience with complex anatomic ultrasound (level II studies), Doppler, multiples, nuchal translucency and ultrasound guidance for amniocentesis.
• Interest in further training in prenatal fetal surgery (Laser therapy, MMC repair) and guidance for chorionic chronic villi sampling.
• Knowledge of UCDH hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• 85% - ULTRASOUND SCANNING
• 10% - GENERAL LABORATORY DUTIES
• 5% - OPERATION OF ULTRASOUND EQUIPMENT IN SPECIAL APPLICATIONS AND AREAS

Department Overview:

The Department of Radiology is a 24-hour, seven day a week operation providing Imaging Services to adult and pediatric inpatient and outpatients. Position rotates scanning locations to include Davis Tower, ACC and PCN satellite facilities. The Ultrasound section of Radiology performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasound exams and interventional procedures for diagnosis and treatment of disease processes.