SAH Ultrasound Technologist

Brown-University-Health-1; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Fall River, MA, seeks an ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and support imaging services for pediatric to geriatric patients.

The role involves equipment operation, radiation safety, patient positioning and transfers, and assisting with student radiography orientation. On-call duty, overtime, and weekend rotations may be required; current ARDMS/ARRT certifications and BLS are essential.

Qualifications

• Formal ultrasound training program completed or ARDMS-equivalent.
• Current ARDMS RDMS and/or ARRT RT(S) certification.
• BLS certification required.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and on-call.
• Experience with pediatrics and geriatrics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
• Ensure radiation safety and correct patient positioning.
• Assist in orientation/education of radiography students.
• Handle patient transfers and multi-task effectively.

Skills

Ultrasound procedures

Radiology safety

Patient transfer

Communication skills

Education

Ultrasound training program

Tools

ARDMS RDMS

ARRT RT(S)

RVT designation

Vascular Tech RVT

Job description

SUMMARY:

Provides health care services, imaging modality to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Provides appropriate patient care (newborn, infant, child, adolescent, adult, geriatric.Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:Instill Trust and Value DifferencesPatient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

0MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:One to three years experience preferred, but not requiredKnowledge of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, equipment operation, radiation safety, positioning techniques, patient transfers, good communication skills, ability to handle multiple tasks/projects, ethical and professional conduct, good understanding of age-related developmental issues of pediatrics and geriatrics.Flexibility to work overtime as needed as well as on-call duty, weekend rotations. Interest in participating in orientation/clinical education of student radiographers in accordance with clinical education center guidelines for radiologic technology program(s).EDUCATION:Satisfactory completion of a formal Ultrasound training program or equivalent training as specified by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).Current ARDMS registered certification with RDMS designation and/or current ARRT registered certification Sonography with RT (S) designation.For technologist primarily performing vascular sonography: current ARDMS registered certification in Vascular Technology with RVT designation and/or current CCI registered certification as a Registered Vascular Specialist with RVS designation and/or current ARRT registered certification Vascular Sonography with RT(VS) designationCurrent BLS certification required.

Pay Range

$41.08-$60.53

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type

1 evening 3:30pm - 12a, 2 day shifts, weekend rotation, call rotation

Work Shift

Variable

Driving Required

No

Union

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East