What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Imaging Technologist, Ultrasound position at Community Care Physicians?
Our Capital Region Women's Care office is hiring a part-time Ultrasound Technician to join their team. The schedule is negotiable.
Summary:
Under the direction of the supervising physician, the Ultrasound Tech will operate ultrasound equipment for diagnostic purposes demonstrating the ability to display independent judgment and take initiative to ensure quality images are obtained for diagnosis and/or treatment.
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
- Operates all ultrasound equipment used in the production of imaging.
- Performs prescribed, quality, and timely ultrasound services/procedures on requested patients for physician interpretation and in accordance with CCP’s policies and procedures.
- Responsible for utilizing proper identification markers in the production of the ultrasound exam to identify who performed the examination.
- Responsible for entering the correct patient demographical information into the ultrasound unit.
- Performs examinations utilizing proper transducers, gain settings and patient positioning to achieve optimal images.
- Reviews given history when order is placed and consults with physician when questions or contraindications arise.
- Documents pertinent patient history, reviews previous reports when available and discusses procedure with patient to allay apprehension and elicit understanding.
- Ensures all examinations presented to the physician contain all normal/abnormal anatomy and information necessary to adequately diagnose the patient’s condition.
- Differentiates normal from abnormal findings and asks for assistance from the physician if unsure.
- Discusses findings with the physician.
- Cleans, maintains and monitors equipment appropriately. Troubleshoots equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Reports equipment problems to supervisor. Calls manufacturers service department under the direction of the supervisor.
- Keeps supervisor informed of all unusual matters; seeks guidance and direction.
- Participates in continuous CQI activities and completes the necessary continuing education for professional health care workers in compliance with ARDMS guidelines.
If you are interested in this opportunity and have the desired qualifications, please apply now!
Compensation: $27.00-$36.00 per hour.
CCP salary ranges are designed to be competitive with room for professional and financial growth. Individual compensation is based on several factors unique to each candidate, such as work experience, qualifications, and skills. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay.
CCP’s compensation packages go far beyond just salary. The company offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, retirement plan, and much more in a business casual environment!
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, gender and ethnic perspectives to Community Care Physicians.
Community Care Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications:
- Associates degree in a health-related field.
- Direct experience in OB/GYN preferred.
- Certificate from an A.M.A. accredited ultrasound program required.
- Certification through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers- OB/GYN required.
- Must be registered by the American Board of Diagnostic Sonographers and remain current with mandatory CME’s.
Salary : $27 - $36