The Ultrasound Technologist operates ultrasound systems to perform diagnostic examinations and assists with interventional radiology procedures. They are responsible for maintaining patient records, ensuring image quality, and coordinating with the radiology team to expedite patient care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an approved School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography with at least two years of experience. A valid ARDMS certification, BLS certification, and an unrestricted U.S. license are required.
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Job description
Title: Ultrasound (US) Technologist
Location: Columbia VAMC, Columbia, South Carolina
Position Type
Full time (30-40+ hours/week), hourly.
Education Level: Certification
Job Category: Health Care
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We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter’s Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high quality healthcare staffing to our clients. Our Culture’s key elements are crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission. The key elements include:
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Creating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees. Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.
Summary
Vighter is seeking Ultrasound (US) Technologists to provide patient care support at the Columbia VAMC. Ultrasound (US) Technologists are responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients to ensure that the quality of the studies adhere to established standards. The Ultrasound Tech will perform other functions as determined by the Supervisor in expediting the care of the patient.
Principle Accountabilities
Operates Ultrasound system and ancillary equipment to perform Ultrasound examinations.
Follows exam protocols, defines optimal protocols, and devises alternative ways to visualize pathology within the patient.
Familiar with Interventional Radiology procedures to perform invasive exams such as biopsies and drainages.
Expected to be able to critique images for optimal quality and use PACS to transmit images for Radiologist interpretation.
Must be able to perform common exams listed below:
AAA Screens
Abdomen Complete/No Aorta
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Vacation accrual
AD&D insurance
Abdomen Limited
Right Upper Quadrant
Renal
Pelvic
US Guided IR Procedures
Must adhere to 2026 National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) standards/guidelines
Must be continuously on the alert to the patient’s condition and other disorders. Adverse reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient.
Ensures that all documentation required for the completion of exams is done in VISTA CPRS.
Must be certain patient identification and requests are identical.
Validates all images and corrects incorrect information prior to sending to VISTA for interpretation by the Radiologist. If deletion for VISTA is required, the proper documentation must be presented for deletion of images from the medical record through the PACS Administrator.
Help to maintain effective control for the Radiology Department by coordinating organizing and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns with the department.
Continuously works to develop a cohesive and effective team with other areas of the Radiology Department and with other areas of the entire facility to expedite quality patient care.
Ensures that adequate supplies for general Radiology are available to meet workload demands.
Assures that procedure rooms are always stocked with necessary supplies, with special attention to emergent equipment and supplies. Alerts supervisor when supplies are needed.
Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner
Ensures that all equipment is in proper working order prior to use.
Removes and tags defective equipment and notifies DRT Supervisor or Chief Technologist.
Responsible for making routine calibration on equipment.
Keeps abreast of technological advances in the Radiology field.
Successfully completes all required educational classes and successfully receives all Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as governed by the ARRT, to maintain and active status with the ARRT.
Completes all education in TMS in timely manner.
Mains certification in BLS.
Work with Medical Support Staff to schedule and prepare patients for examinations and explain procedures to patients while performing studies.
Obtain pertinent diagnostic examinations for the ordering provider.
Correlates the clinical history with the test to be performed.
Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. Includes the maintenance of patient registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system.
Properly identifies patient images. Essential so that mistaken identity of patient images does not occur. The Technologist must be certain the patient ID band and the request are identical.
Confirms patient identity by verbally confirming patient name and social security number.
Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an approved School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Experience: Minimum 2 (two) year experience in specialty.
Certification: ARMDS Certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
License: Have and maintain a valid, unrestricted license in any state, territory, or commonwealth of the U.S and/or certification as required.
Duty Hours / On-call Requirements
• The expected duty hours for this position are 8 hours per day and 5 days per week. However, this key position supporting 24/7/365 operations which may require work to be conducted in the day, at night, on weekends, and during holidays.
Work Environment
Location: VAMC, Columbia, SC
Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.
Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including Service Members, Veterans and their Families.
Travel
• As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Commute is non-compensatory. All official travel is government-funded.
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full time employees. Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance and subsidized health insurance (W2).
Vacation Accrual and paid holidays (Per SCA rules).
Professional development and promotion opportunities.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day, must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment
Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
Must be a Citizen of the United States or legally authorized to work in the United States of America.
Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.
In accordance with recent Executive Orders (EO 14151, EO 14168 and EO 14173,) Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
