RVT/Ultrasound Technician for Nephrology- Contra Costa County

Panoramic Health; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Panoramic Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technician to operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment, work with patients and physicians, and document findings. The role includes patient instruction, equipment preparation, and coordination of tests while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.

The candidate should have a 2-year Allied Health degree and completion of a 1-year Ultrasound Technology program, with at least 2 years of field experience.

Qualifications

• Two-year allied health degree required.
• Completed approved one-year ultrasound technology program.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations with ultrasound equipment to locate, evaluate and record data.
• Schedules and coordinates tests, records results, and maintains operation logs.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment; orders supplies when needed.
• Records data and prepares preliminary interpretations of results.
• Explains ultrasound procedures to patients.

Education

2-year Allied Health degree

1-year Ultrasound Technology program

Job description

Ultrasound Technician works directly with patients and physicians and operates equipment that uses high-frequency soundwaves to take images and scans of the body's internal organs.

Responsibilities include:

• Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data.
• Schedules and coordinates tests, records test results, and prepares and maintains operational logs.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment and orders supplies when needed.
• Records and maintains test data and prepares preliminary interpretations of test results.
• Explains ultrasound equipment and procedures to patients.
• Prepares ultrasound equipment and exam rooms for examinations.
• Adheres to HIPPA requirements, including strict confidentiality of patient information and testing.
• Alerts referring medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention.
• Operates equipment under authorized diagnostic approaches and practices.
• Problem-solves and makes decisions regarding patient testing.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested.

Qualifications:

• 2-year Allied Health degree.
• Successful completion of an approved 1-year program in Ultrasound Technology.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the field.