Ultrasound Technologist I

Ultrasound Technologist Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The responsibilities also include completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience. Essential Functions Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients Explains procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs Independently performs Ultrasound exams on patients providing high quality images Records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation Assists physician in needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc. Maintains pertinent records Education Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required or Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support (BLS Certification) preferred Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Good communication skills. Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve. Ability to work independently. Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others. Good business acumen skills. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Work Location 1153 Centre Street Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $42.38 - $45.36/Hourly