AHMC Healthcare

Technician, Ultrasound

Posted Date 4 months ago(5/11/2023 3:47 PM)
Requisition ID
req18863
Facility
Whittier Medical Center
# of Openings
1
Shift
Variable
Category
Ultrasound
Position Type
PerDiem

Overview

 A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (“Ultrasound Tech”) provides diagnostic patient care services using high-frequency soundwaves to take images and scans of the body’s internal organs, referred to as sonograms, under general supervision, but not direct supervision, at the direction of licensed physicians. Candidates must be knowledgeable with all current sonography and radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Candidates are required to be knowledgeable in terminology related to sonography, anatomy, and pathology. The ultrasound technologist may specialize or work in a broad array of specialties including obstetric and gynecological ultrasounds, and neurological, breast, abdominal or vascular sonography. Candidates will use cognitive sonographic skills to identify record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Candidates will review and evaluate all images captured for quality to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. A candidate’s job skills require excellent written and verbal communication, sensitivity to the physical and psychological needs of patients. They must be able to work with patients who may be nervous, in heightened emotional states, and/or have limited mobility. Candidates will be able to give straightforward instructions as well as foster a sense of comfort and confidence in patients. Attention to detail and the ability to follow a physician's instructions will be important to the success of working in a team concept. Most of an ultrasound tech’s day will center on preparing patients for procedures and taking images, but as may be expected in any healthcare environment, there is substantial paperwork and other patient and equipment tasks that must be done throughout the workday. Position requires physical stamina transporting patients to / from the hospital bed to the Ultrasound Department. Candidate will be required to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, and will rotate on a stand-by / call-back schedule as required for ultrasound coverage. As members of the care team, they must coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, and other technologists, to ensure continuity of care and appropriate follow-up with patients.  

Responsibilities

 A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (“Ultrasound Tech”) provides diagnostic patient care services using high-frequency soundwaves to take images and scans of the body’s internal organs, referred to as sonograms, under general supervision, but not direct supervision, at the direction of licensed physicians. Candidates must be knowledgeable with all current sonography and radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Candidates are required to be knowledgeable in terminology related to sonography, anatomy, and pathology. The ultrasound technologist may specialize or work in a broad array of specialties including obstetric and gynecological ultrasounds, and neurological, breast, abdominal or vascular sonography. Candidates will use cognitive sonographic skills to identify record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Candidates will review and evaluate all images captured for quality to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. A candidate’s job skills require excellent written and verbal communication, sensitivity to the physical and psychological needs of patients. They must be able to work with patients who may be nervous, in heightened emotional states, and/or have limited mobility. Candidates will be able to give straightforward instructions as well as foster a sense of comfort and confidence in patients. Attention to detail and the ability to follow a physician's instructions will be important to the success of working in a team concept. Most of an ultrasound tech’s day will center on preparing patients for procedures and taking images, but as may be expected in any healthcare environment, there is substantial paperwork and other patient and equipment tasks that must be done throughout the workday. Position requires physical stamina transporting patients to / from the hospital bed to the Ultrasound Department. Candidate will be required to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, and will rotate on a stand-by / call-back schedule as required for ultrasound coverage. As members of the care team, they must coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, and other technologists, to ensure continuity of care and appropriate follow-up with patients.  

Qualifications

  1. Be a registered sonographer with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
  2. A graduate of an approved school for diagnostic ultrasound which includes both technical and clinical training
  3. Must hold a current Basic Certified Life Support license from the American Heart Association (AHA)

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