Ultrasound Technologist

Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County; Canada; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution located in Rock Springs, Wyoming, seeks a qualified individual to provide quality diagnostic images as ordered by physicians. The role requires collaboration with healthcare providers, strong technical skills in ultrasound, and registration with the appropriate bodies. Candidates should be proficient or willing to learn various ultrasound modalities. This opportunity involves maintaining high accuracy in imaging for patient diagnosis, with training available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARDMS, RVT, or RDCS is required.
• Willing to train qualified candidates on ultrasound technical aspects.
• Current BLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality diagnostic images as ordered by physician.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to evaluate patient care outcomes.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of ultrasound theory and quality assurance.

Skills

Ability to lift, move and position patients

Operate ultrasound equipment

Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy

Education

Registered by ARDMS, RVT, RDCS

Current BLS certification

Registry eligible candidates must be RDMS or RDCS certified within one year

Job description

Located in Rock Springs, Wyoming - Sign on - Relocation - Loan Forgiveness

Summary:

Provides quality diagnostic images as ordered by physician. Utilizes clinical and educational scientific principles to focus on achieving the maximal health potential of the patient through planned care. Collaborates with other healthcare providers to evaluate the outcomes of patient care.

This position may also work in the role of a Radiologic Technologist or other specialized modality.

Education:

Must be registered by the ARDMS, RVT, RDCS, or any other accredited ultrasound registry. Must be registered by ARRT if required to work in the role of Radiologic Technologist or other specialized modality, multiple modalities preferred. Proficiency in or willing to learn general, OB, GYN, and small body part ultrasound. Current BLS certification required. Registry eligible candidates will be eligible for hire but must be RDMS or RDCS certified within one year of employment. Willing to train qualified candidates who demonstrate the ability to learn technical aspect of ultrasound cross-sectional anatomy and physics of ultrasound.

Job Knowledge:

Ability to lift, move and position patients. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Must demonstrate skills to operate all equipment required in the course of performing ultrasound procedures. Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, principles of ultrasound theory and quality assurance. Must maintain a high degree of accuracy in the production, use, recognition and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. Must possess, use and maintain knowledge about bioeffects of high-frequency sound waves.