Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound TechnologistThe **Ultrasound Technologist** plays a critical role in patient care by performing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians. This position requires a commitment to patient comfort and safety and to maintaining high-quality imaging practices and compliance standards.**Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:*** **Diagnostic Procedures:** Perform ultrasound/sonography procedures, including preparing patients for exams, positioning them appropriately, selecting the correct imaging techniques, and ensuring image quality.* **Data Management:** Enter and monitor patient data accurately within the electronic medical records system.* **Equipment Quality Assurance:** Conduct regular quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality and safety.* **Incident Reporting:** Promptly identify and report any accidents, complaints, or equipment malfunctions to departmental management.* **Patient and Staff Safety:** Always ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.* **Additional Duties:** Perform tasks or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.* **Meetings:** Attend staff and company-sponsored meetings as required to stay informed and involved.**Job Competencies:*** **Electronic Medical Records Navigation:** Proficient in navigating and utilizing electronic medical records systems.* **Policy Compliance:** Understand and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and standards.* **Professional Development:** Maintain and enhance skill levels through ongoing education, collaborative training with colleagues and physicians, and annual skills checkoffs.* **Interpersonal Skills:** Exhibit mindfulness, compassion, and excellent people skills to foster a supportive patient environment.**Qualifications Required:*** Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer.* Certifications: ARDMS certification and BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.* Prior hospital experience is preferred.**Physical Requirements:*** **Constant:** Ability to maintain vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus); hear, speak, and use hands for detailed tasks; walk, sit, maintain balance, perform repetitive motions, and utilize arm, leg, and back muscles for extended periods.* **Frequent:** Bend, squat, twist, and push/pull up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance; lift/carry up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance.* **Occasional:** Climb, kneel, crouch; distinguish colors; be exposed to noise/high-pitched sounds; hazards, allergens, toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation.* **Rarely:** Potential exposure to electric shock; work in confined spaces.* **Other:** Must wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks.* **Potential Exposure:** May encounter infectious diseases and risks associated with cuts and bruises.**Work Environment:*** **OSHA Category I:** Normal work routine involves exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues as part of employment responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tucson ER & Hospital