Job Details:

Job Summary:

The Ultrasound Technologist performs routine, advanced and biopsy ultrasound procedures. The technologist also maintains the cleanliness and ensures proper operation of the equipment, stocks clinical supplies, performs quality assurance/continuous quality improvement functions and utilizes the department RIS/PACS systems to manage patient’s images, records and files.

Responsibilities:

• Requires thorough knowledge of the techniques of ultrasound and good knowledge of ultrasound and related equipment.
• Requires good knowledge of human anatomy.
• Requires good knowledge of the Radiology Information Systems and PACS to keep accurate patient records.
• Requires the ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions.
• Administers imaging tests and treatments as prescribed by clinical providers using protocols to produce acceptable quality radiology images;
• Positions and instructs patients in preparation for taking Ultrasound images;
• Makes adjustments to ultrasound equipment to correct settings for each examination.
• Assists clinical providers with various procedures, treatments, and surgical techniques as directed.
• Troubleshoots Ultrasound equipment and systems as needed.
• Tracks and secures supplies according to departmental guidelines;
• Follows department guidelines to correctly identify patient, and enter patient information into imaging systems;
• Properly images cases and archives to PACS, also utilizes the Radiology Information Systems to keep accurate patient records;
• Ability to write preliminary reports after scanning, completing worksheets in a neat, legible and specific format.
• Assures that the working environment is clean and in compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Assists in orientation and training of new staff as requested and serves as a resource person and professional role model.
• Performs other functions as required.
• Other related duties as assigned

Experience:

One-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist, preferred.

Education:

Graduate of an approved Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs School of Ultrasound is required.

Licenses / Certifications:

Licensed by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Other:

Special Requirements: Must maintain the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Ultrasound Technologist.

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement