Ultrasonographer I

University of Utah Health; Utah; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a diagnostic ultrasound technologist to perform exams and support radiologists in diagnosis and procedures.

Responsibilities include tailoring exams, educating patients, reviewing demographics, and assisting with training of students and residents, while maintaining equipment and submitting billing. This full-time role requires relevant ARDMS/RQI credentials and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Current RDMS-AB or OB/GYN ARDMS certification required.
• Current RQI healthcare provider credential within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and handle physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams per physician orders.
• Enter patient demographics accurately.
• Provide patient education and explain exam.
• Tailor exams based on findings and diagnosis.
• Update patient logs and submit billing.
• Ensure operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist with training of student sonographers, residents, and fellows.
• Assist physicians with invasive procedures.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Communication skills

Lifespan development

Education

RDMS-AB (ARDMS)

ARRT Sonography (S)

OB/GYN RDMS (ARDMS)

RQI credential

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

RQI system

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound exams which aid radiologists and providers in their diagnosis and/or treatment of patients. This position also assists providers in various ultrasound-guided procedures. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Ensures the appropriate exam is performed based on physician’s orders and patient history.
• Verifies and enters/selects patient demographics.
• Provides accurate and consistent patient education and explanation of exam.
• Performs ultrasound examinations, tailoring exams based upon findings and most likely diagnosis.
• Updates patient logs and submit billing.
• Ensures operation of equipment and coordinates necessary maintenance.
• Assists with training of student sonographers, residents, and fellows.
• Assists physicians with invasive procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
• Ability to provide care to the population served.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate human relations and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• One of the following
• Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an Abdomen specialty (RDMS-AB) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Current ARRT Registration for Sonography (S).
• Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an OB/GYN specialty (OB/GYN) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

• ARRT registration as a Radiologic Technologist (R.T.).

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Aff… The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number 86247

Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type Full-Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Variable

Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical

Location Name University of Utah Hospital

Workplace Set Up On-site

City SALT LAKE CITY

State UT

Department UUH ANC 12C RAD ULTRASOUND

Category Radiology/Imaging

Workplace Set Up On-site