Ultrasonographer

West-Tennessee-Healthcare; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Dyersburg, TN seeks an Ultrasound Technician to perform ultrasound procedures, interpret scans for diagnostic quality, and operate the Ultrasound Unit on an Evening shift. Under physician direction and unit supervision, you will prepare patients and ensure proper image capture.

Responsibilities include correlating clinical history, maintaining equipment, performing biopsies as needed, processing images in PACS, and aiding accreditation with the ACR.

Qualifications

• Education: approved school for diagnostic ultrasound or ARDMS/ARRT accepted.
• CPR certification required or current.
• Registered or registry-eligible in Diagnostic Sonography.

Responsibilities

• Performs all ultrasound procedures on assigned shift.
• Interprets scans for diagnostic quality.
• Maintains ultrasound unit and PACS/RIS records.
• Assists with ultrasound-guided biopsies.
• Ensures accreditation of ultrasound department by the ACR.
• Adheres to hospital policies and teamwork.

Skills

Ultrasound procedures

Image interpretation

Patient preparation

Education

Approved school for diagnostic ultrasound

CPR certified

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

Category:RadiologyCity:DyersburgState:TennesseeShift:10 - Evening (United States of America)Job Description Summary:Responsible for performing all ultrasound procedures, interpreting scans for diagnostic qualities and maintaining the Ultrasound Unit. Under the direction of a qualified physician and the supervision of the Unit Coordinator of Ultrasound, responsible for performing ultrasound procedures and the operation of the unit on assigned shift as scheduled. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Performs all ultrasound procedures.Correlates patients clinical history and obtains pertinent diagnostic information.Interprets scans for diagnostic quality.Develops and maintains the skills required for new exam and equipment.Prepares and instructs the patient for the procedure.Reconcile, acquire and process images in the PACS settings.Performs specialized ultrasound-guided biopsies.Performs quality assurance checks as required.Applies appropriate functions and applications within the Radiology Information System.Maintains all records and daily log.Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department and maintains a «CAN DO» attitude.Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.Maintains accreditation of ultrasound department by the ACR.JOB SPECIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:Skills and proficiency in the technical field of medical sonography. Such proficiency is acquired through an approved school for diagnostic ultrasound or an equivalent which is accepted by the ARDMS or ARRT and CPR certified.LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:Registered or registry eligible in Diagnostic Sonography by the ARDMS or ARRT and CPR certified .May be required to be registered in Vascular or Breast Ultrasound by ARDMS/ARRT/OR CCI within 1 year of employment by WTH if needed according to ACR standards.EXPERIENCE:Knowledge of hospital, department and Ultrasound Unit policies and procedures, equipment, record keeping and regulationsNONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.