Ultrasound Technologist Part Time

Job Details Location: St. Marys - Tucson, AZ 85745 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care Radiology Ltd., is a 500-employee medical imaging organization providing World-Class Imaging to improve the health of all Southern Arizona. Radiology Ltd. is seeking a part time Ultrasound Technologist to join our dynamic team at our St. Mary's site on Tucson's west side. This position is for 3 days a week 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Properly identifies and interviews patient. Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. Position entails performing general ultrasound including abdomen, pelvis, vascular, carotids and Venous Doppler studies. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Sends images to PACS for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. Communicates with the supervisor regarding maintenance, malfunctions, and minor repairs needed on ultrasound equipment. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. Works effectively with co-workers, supervisors, patients, physicians and other external contacts. Qualifications Current ARDMS and CPR certification Two years clinical experience is preferred. Vascular training helpful. Technologist must also be able to stand, bend, squat and lift at least 50 lbs. Important Notice THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION #J-18808-Ljbffr Radiology