Ultrasonographer (Part-time), Radiology-Ultrasound

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. This position involves performing high-quality diagnostic breast ultrasound exams and assisting in ultrasound-guided procedures to support radiologists. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and prepare medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. It emphasizes compassionate patient care, technical excellence, and collaboration in a fast-paced academic medical setting. The focus is on delivering accurate breast ultrasound imaging while supporting a culture of care, quality, and growth.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Accurately obtains and documents relevant patient history in EMR, seeking this information if not readily available.

Performs high-quality breast ultrasound exams obtaining images tailored for the indication per ACR/facility protocols and as directed by radiologists.

Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures.

Ensures diagnostic-quality imaging and performs quality assurance as needed.

Communicates imaging results to patients after radiologist has reviewed imaging and made diagnosis, when specifically directed by radiologist.

Assists with breast ultrasound training of medical students, radiology residents and fellows as well as student technologists/sonographers

Helps with clinical duties including inventory, cleanliness, and schedule coverage.

Ensures operation of equipment and rapidly escalates any concerns regarding equipment performance.

Ability to communicate effectively with radiologists, mammography techs, providers, and patients.

Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Breast Sonography. If candidate qualifies for position through ARDMS certification, breast sonography specialty is preferred.

Three (3) years of experience in Breast Ultrasound.

This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently involve moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmtive Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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Reg/Temp: Regular
Employment Type: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule: TBD, shifts would between days/hours of M-F 7-5
Location Name: Huntsman Cancer Hospital - Kathryn F. Workplace Set Up: On-site
Department: HCH ANC 60I MAMMOGRAPHY
Radiology/Imaging
Workplace Set Up: On-site

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