Ultrasound Technician

Ultrasound TechnicianCompass Government Solutions is seeking an experienced Sonographer (Ultrasound) Technologist to provide diagnostic imaging services at McDonald Army Health Center at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The Ultrasound Technologist will perform high-quality computed sonograph procedures while maintaining patient safety, following established imaging protocols, and supporting the clinical needs of the Radiology Department.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday0730-1600, eight (8) hours of work per day with a thirty (30) minute unpaid lunch periodForty (40) hours per weekJob Duties:Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate.Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policy.As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.Qualifications:Citizenship: Legally authorized to work in the United States in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations.Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).Certification/Licensure:Certification as an Ultrasound Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).Basic Life Support (BLS)Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in a hands-on clinical application within the past two (2) years as a Sonograph (Ultrasound) Technologist.