What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist | Float position at ARA Diagnostic Imaging - Austin Radiological Association?
Position Details
Employment Type
Full-time (30 hrs/week)/FULLTIME
Location City:
Austin, TX
Location State:
TX
Work Location Type:
On-site
Who We Are And What We Do
Since its inception in 1954, Austin Radiological Association (ARA Diagnostic Imaging) has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Central Texas. With a network of 17 state-of-the-art outpatient imaging centers and collaborations with 24 area hospitals, we’re at the forefront of medical imaging in the region. Our partnership with Radiology Partners in 2019 has further enhanced our capabilities in AI technology, expanded our scale, and integrated us into a comprehensive national infrastructure.
ARA is dedicated to providing exceptional career opportunities and keeping our team at the cutting edge of technology. We know the value of work-life balance and are committed to the personal well-being of all our team members.
Position Summary
Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer. RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall. We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences.
CCPA Notice: When you submit a job application or resume, you are providing the Practice with the following categories of personal information that the Practice will use for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for employment: (1) Personal Identifiers; and (2) Education and Employment History.
Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.
Beware of Fraudulent Messages: Radiology Partners will never request payment, banking or other financial information in exchange for interviews or as part of the hiring process. Additionally, we will not send checks for deposit into your bank account at any stage of recruitment. All communication during the interview and hiring process should come from an email address ending in “@radpartners.com.” If you suspect you are receiving a fraudulent job offer or solicitation from Radiology Partners or one of our local practices, please email Talent@radpartners.com to notify our team.
Employment Type
Full-time (30 hrs/week)/FULLTIME
Location City:
Austin, TX
Location State:
TX
Work Location Type:
On-site
Who We Are And What We Do
Since its inception in 1954, Austin Radiological Association (ARA Diagnostic Imaging) has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Central Texas. With a network of 17 state-of-the-art outpatient imaging centers and collaborations with 24 area hospitals, we’re at the forefront of medical imaging in the region. Our partnership with Radiology Partners in 2019 has further enhanced our capabilities in AI technology, expanded our scale, and integrated us into a comprehensive national infrastructure.
ARA is dedicated to providing exceptional career opportunities and keeping our team at the cutting edge of technology. We know the value of work-life balance and are committed to the personal well-being of all our team members.
Position Summary
- Perform and maintain monthly quality control on ultrasound system as required by credentialing organizations
- Performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician.
- Follows established techniques and methods in operating equipment and processing images. Ensures technical quality of images and exercises judgment in processing assigned work load.
- Assists the radiologist in performing image-guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, and hysterosonograms).
- Prepares patients for ultrasound procedures. In doing so, escorts patients to dressing and ultrasound rooms, provides verbal and written instructions and positions patients for the proper view of the affected area. Selects transducer, and makes equipment adjustments according to the nature of test, depth of field and other specifications of test. Ensures safety procedures and universal precautions are used at all times.
- Assesses the patient’s previous exams/reports to include loading or digitizing outside studies, if available/applicable, prior to performing the ultrasound procedure. Reviews the referral form for each procedure and ensures accuracy of the referral in the system; accurately communicates the referral to the radiologist.
- For certain procedures, may administer medication as prescribed by a physician.
- Knowledge of ultrasound technology principles and procedures, normally acquired through completion of ultrasound technology training program
- Knowledge and work experience necessary in order to independently conduct routine and specialized radiologic tests, to assist physicians with special techniques or procedures, and to become familiar with physician and department work methods and facility policies and procedures
- Analytical skills necessary in order to conduct routine ultrasound tests and review results for accuracy and quality, to verify patient information, to complete material for medical record, and to monitor supply levels
- Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) recognized by the American Heart Association
- Current registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (or must be registry-eligible and obtain registry within one year of employment in technologist position)
- Competitive Benefits package – Eligibility starts the month after hire, with tiered options to choose from.
- Compensation Reviews, Career Growth Opportunities
- Flexible Remote Schedules
- Generous PTO Plans and Paid Holidays
- Proudly Certified as a Great Place to Work for Five Consecutive Years
Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer. RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall. We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences.
CCPA Notice: When you submit a job application or resume, you are providing the Practice with the following categories of personal information that the Practice will use for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for employment: (1) Personal Identifiers; and (2) Education and Employment History.
Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.
Beware of Fraudulent Messages: Radiology Partners will never request payment, banking or other financial information in exchange for interviews or as part of the hiring process. Additionally, we will not send checks for deposit into your bank account at any stage of recruitment. All communication during the interview and hiring process should come from an email address ending in “@radpartners.com.” If you suspect you are receiving a fraudulent job offer or solicitation from Radiology Partners or one of our local practices, please email Talent@radpartners.com to notify our team.
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