Ultrasound Technologist

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Oakham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional medical center in the UK is seeking a qualified ultrasound technician to perform imaging procedures under supervision. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and relevant ultrasound program certification. Responsibilities include delivering outstanding patient care and complying with hospital policies. The role offers a pay range of $31.71 - $46.88 per hour.

Qualifications

• ARDMS certified or eligible, must become certified within the first year.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Must obtain 30 ECE credits for re-certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound imaging examinations and procedures.
• Recognize cross-sectional anatomy.
• Comply with hospital policies and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Ultrasound imaging procedures

Microsoft desktop applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of a radiologist, provider or department leadership, competently performs ultrasound imaging examinations and procedures. Must have the ability to recognize cross-sectional anatomy. Responsible for providing excellent customer service and complying with hospital policies and procedures. Uses the RIS/PACS and HIS for proper recording of patient exams and dissemination of patient results.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program if hired after 2002.

Minimum Work Experience

• Prior experience or training in general abdomen ultrasound, OB/GYN, pelvic, transvaginal, breast, carotid/venous studies, and small parts.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• ARDMS certified or ARDMS eligible (must become certified within first year of employment),and must be scheduled to take or have already passed the ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation Exam.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Must obtain 30 ECE credits, in a three year period, for re-certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to provide care based on physical and psychosocial development and safety issues to patients of all age groups, including infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Microsoft desktop application skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness and ability to participate in rotation for weekend and call coverage.

Pay Range

$31.71 - $46.88

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