The ultrasound technologist prepares and operates imaging equipment to produce detailed breast scans while assisting radiologists with invasive procedures. They are responsible for verifying patient information, archiving exams in PACS, and maintaining a clean, organized facility.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have completed an accredited ultrasound program and hold or be eligible for ARDMS registration with breast certification. One to two years of experience is preferred, and the role requires the physical ability to perform heavy lifting and patient assistance.
professional certificatePACSAttention to detailWritten communicationPatient careTime managementPhysiology knowledgePatient identificationAnatomy knowledgeBreast imaging
Job description
Position Summary
Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the Ultrasound Technologist prepares for and operates ultrasound equipment following specific physicians' orders. Produces detailed computer-generated scans of patients for imaging of the breast, verifies patients' identification prior to scan, selects patient from work list, ensures exam is archived on the PACS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new departmental imaging. To perform a variety of ultrasound, color Doppler exams, and assists the radiologist with various invasive procedures. Education Completion from an accredited ultrasound program and ARDMS registered, or registry eligible required. Breast certification required.
Shift
M-F 10am-2pm Experience Registered ultrasound technologist or registry eligible technologist with one to two years' experience as an ultrasound technologist preferred. Must obtain registry within one (1) year of employment.
Skills
Physical and cognitive requirements: Position`s physical requirements necessitate a full range of body motion including but not limited to, physically assisting patients, requiring stretching, bending, lifting, sitting, kneeling, stooping, standing, walking, pushing and pulling. Physical dexterity to operate sensitive ultrasound equipment and to be able to perform a variety of ultrasound exams on patients. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and vascular systems. Position is classified according to the USDOL as Very Heavy Work which is defined as exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The National Institute of Safety and Health (NIOSH0 guidelines, which recommends that the average worker not lift more than 51 pounds without assistance, will be followed. Manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination are also required as is constant talking and listening in English. Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, including speech clarity, understanding the information relayed, deductive and inductive reasoning skills (the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense and the ability to combine pieces of information to/from general rules or conclusion respectively). Considerable walking, standing, sitting, reaching, filing, typing and photocopying required. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing needs of patients with acute, chronic and complex and/or terminal disease processes. Ability to work cooperatively within health system, multidisciplinary team members (i.e. MD`s, Rehab, Respiratory, DI, Laboratory, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management skills Job Location Luckow Pavilion Shift Day (United States of America) Benefits Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.) 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities Salary Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Group term life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Legal support
Prescription drug coverage
Whole life insurance
Wellness time off
Commuter benefit plans
Extended illness retirement plan
Fitness center membership discount
Day care discounts
Pay
Range: $43.35 - $54.19 (per hour) EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.
