Ultrasound Tech

POSITION SUMMARY

Ultrasonography Technologist: will perform ultrasonography procedures including abdominal, gynecological, O/B, and vascular exams; will work under the supervision of the modality supervisory technologist and modality medical director.

• Perform all technical procedures within the respective modality sections as described in the Radiology Policy Manual.
• Meet the technical competency requirements for the position.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with all staff.
• Participate in professional education programs, patient/staff safety initiatives, and quality assurance/ improvement activities.

Position: Ultrasound Tech Department: Ultrasound Schedule: Part Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

Adhere to established policies and procedures and maintain open communication with departmental leadership and other staff regarding patient care delivery, technical operations, equipment utilization, regulatory compliance, and continuing education. Ensure that all patients have a thorough understanding of the procedure to be performed and communicate relevant information in a compassionate and professional manner to patients undergoing procedures. Work with technologists and support staff to coordinate patient flow by monitoring hospital information and scheduling systems. Participate in departmental and institutional quality assurance/improvement programs and adhere to required infection control, environmental care, radiation safety, and general safety procedures to ensure overall patient, staff, and public safety. Monitor and perform required quality control on all imaging instrumentation, survey meters, calibrators, and other devices to ensure appropriate functionality and coordination of required service. Optimally perform all technical procedures associated with respective modalities, and assist in imaging procedures as directed by the radiologist, as well as perform complicated intravenous and intramuscular injections as required by modality and in accordance with HWPs. Establish intravenous access; administer imaging contrast media as directed by departmental policies and procedures and HWPs. Perform routine back-up, transfer, archive and retrieval of imaging studies and maintain all necessary records and reports in a correct, timely, and efficient manner, as well as create and evaluate softcopy and hardcopy production as needed. Ensure that all Federal, State, and local regulatory, accreditation, and organizational guidelines are met when performing job functions, including during the receipt, administration, storage, disposal, and general management of radiology pharmaceuticals, supplies, and materials. Ensure quality patient care by helping to establish an orderly, clean, caring, and professional environment. Maintain departmental stocks and supplies and assist in managing an appropriate and fiscally responsible supply inventory by adhering to the established materials management program. Ensure that business and patient information (e.g., images, demographics and reports) is properly handled with proper measures dedicated to the maintenance of security and confidentiality. Perform other duties as needed. (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Documented training and experience in ultrasonography.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

N/A

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Current BLS certification.
• Current ARDMS registered certification with RDMS designation and/or current ARRT registered certification in Sonography with RT(S) designation.
• Current ARDMS registered certification in Abdomen with RDMS(AB) designation OR ARDMS registered certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology with RDMS(OB/GYN) designation.
• For technologists primarily performing vascular sonography: current ARDMS registered certification in Vascular Technology with RVT designation and/or current CCI registered certification as a Registered Vascular Specialist with RVS designation and/or current ARRT registered certification in Vascular Sonography with RT(VS) designation.
• For technologists performing nuchal translucency sonography: current NTQR or equivalent Nuchal Translucency registered certification.
• For technologists performing breast sonography: current ARRT registered certification in Breast Sonography with RT(BS) designation and/or current ARDMS registered certification in Breast with RDMS(BR) designation.
• Registered certification is only required if needed to satisfy site modality accreditation requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED

• Current ARDMS registered certification in Musculoskeletal with RMSKS designation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Ability to use computers.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to hear and respond to staff and patient needs.
• Ability to physically position patients.
• Ability to manipulate imaging equipment.
• Proficiency with imaging acquisition, processing, reviewing, sending, and retrieving equipment (hardware and software); hospital information system equipment (hardware and software); and communication equipment (e.g., fax, telephone, email).

Compensation Range: $40.11- $59.59 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.