Ultrasonographer

United Urology Group; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Corporate discounts

Weekends off

Job summary

United Urology Group is seeking an Ultrasonographer to perform high-quality ultrasound exams for urology patients and prepare accurate reports for physicians.

You will ensure patient safety, operate ultrasound equipment, and transfer images to the PACS system while maintaining infection control throughout a busy clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography.
• Minimum of one year of experience performing diagnostic abdominal ultrasound.
• ARDMS Abdomen and Physics certification required and will be verified.
• Certificate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program will be verified.
• BLS certification required and will be verified.
• Maintain ARDMS CME requirements and will be periodically verified.
• Board-eligible candidates may be considered with 1 year to pass boards.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound exams and prepare reports for physicians.
• Explain procedures and assist with transferring patients to the ultrasound table.
• Record accurate patient information, including DOB and prior results.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and obtain quality diagnostic images.
• Provide oral/written summaries of findings to assist diagnosis.
• Determine appropriate images to differentiate normal vs. pathology.
• Transfer images to PACS and maintain PACS knowledge.
• Maintain a clean, safe exam room and infection control practices.
• Maintain and stock supplies; order supplies as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions to management promptly.

Skills

Ultrasound principles

Cross-sectional anatomy

Customer service

Communication

Typing speed 40 wpm

Attention to detail

Team player

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography

ARDMS Abdomen and Physics certification

Certificate from accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

BLS certification

Tools

PACS system

Ultrasound equipment

Medical software / databases

Job description

Why Join Us?

At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care.

We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff! We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies. We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends! UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!

Job Description

The Ultrasonographer is responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound exams and corresponding reports of the patient’s anatomy, as it applies to Urology, in a timely manner for review by physicians in accordance with UUG’s protocols.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform exams safely and efficiently.
• Prepare patients for exams by explaining the procedure and assisting as needed with transferring them to the ultrasound table.
• Obtain and record accurate patient information, which includes a timeout to confirm the patient’s name and DOB. Include prior test results and information from physical examinations when appropriate in a timely manner.
• Operate and adjust ultrasound equipment and maneuver patients to obtain quality images for diagnostic purposes.
• Perform sonogram and provide oral and/or written summary of technical findings to assist physician with diagnosis and treatment.
• Determine appropriate images to include to differentiate between normal and pathological areas.
• Transfer all images to the PAC system and possess working knowledge of PACS functionality.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment within each exam room.
• Maintain Cleaning logs for each machine/room.
• Maintain and stock supplies, prepare supplies for special examinations, and order supplies when necessary.
• Report any malfunctioning equipment to management in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all UUG’s policies and procedures for Infection Control.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Minimum of one year of experience performing diagnostic abdominal ultrasound studies.
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) board certification; Abdomen and Physics certification required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Certificate of completion from a recognized and accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program and will be verified prior to employment.
• BLS certification is required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Maintain CME requirements as required by ARDMS and will periodically be verified throughout employment.
• In some instances, UUG may offer employment to a board-eligible candidate; that individual will have 1 year from the date of hire to pass both the Physics and Abdomen portions of the boards. Failure to complete this requirement will result in termination from their Ultrasound position.

Key Competencies

• Conduct oneself in a professional manner that represents UUG’s core values.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Ultrasound principles and practices, including differentiation of cross-section anatomy and medical terminology.
• Possess working knowledge of ultrasound equipment and related computer systems.
• Ability to work in a pleasant and cooperative manner with patients & colleagues.
• Possess excellent customer service skills and a positive team player attitude.
• Ability to demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and caring attitude.
• Demonstrates ease and comfort when asking probing questions to the patient.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate strong typing, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.
• Ability to demonstrate proficient computer software and database skills.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize workload to determine priorities.
• Ability to tolerate working in confined areas and/or with distractions when necessary.
• Ability to and feel comfortable with multi-tasking, proactive problem solving, and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Travel

• Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Range

$38.00 - $45.00 per hour

Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level, and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which the position is located, in accordance with applicable laws.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until an offer has been extended and accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Practice is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.