Certified Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist

Altus Community Healthcare; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altus Community Healthcare is seeking an Ultrasound Technician (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) qualified by professional certification and clinical experience to perform ultrasound diagnostic procedures. The role requires ARDMS certification and a CAAHEP-accredited program with at least two years of ultrasound experience.

The position involves maintaining equipment, following departmental policies, and presenting findings to physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program accredited by CAAHEP is required.
• Active ARDMS certification in the specialty(ies) as appropriate is required.
• At least 2 years of ultrasound/sonography experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains awareness of all departmental and operational policies.
• Assists in maintenance of all equipment, including cleaning and QA procedures.
• Explainsthe ultrasound procedure to patients and answer questions; maintain equipment and areas.
• Performs high-level disinfection on endocavity probes/transducers according to policy and procedure.
• Captures images from each angle and area assessed; evaluates image quality.
• Presents images and preliminary findings to physicians and the healthcare team.
• Maintains patient records and notes related to the ultrasound procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

ARDMS certification

Good communication

Education

CAAHEP-accredited program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Altus Community Healthcare is seeking an Ultrasound Technician (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) qualified by professional certification and clinical experience to perform ultrasound diagnostic procedures. The role requires ARDMS certification and a CAAHEP-accredited program with at least two years of ultrasound experience.

The position involves maintaining equipment, following departmental policies, and presenting findings to physicians.