Ultrasonographer II

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; Benns Church (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc. in Smithfield, VA seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform a broad range of ultrasound exams and manage the ultrasound lab daily operations. You will handle patient education, image acquisition, QA, and ensure proper equipment function while maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards. The role includes rotating weekends and a strong emphasis on lifelong learning.

Qualifications

• RDMS certification with ARDMS credentials (OB, AB, Breast or NIV) required.
• ARRT Sonography certification required on hire.
• CCI certification for RCS required on hire.
• ARDMS RDCS or RVT required on hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment and generate diagnostic images per protocol.
• Provide patient education regarding procedures and expected steps.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate clinical documentation.
• Communicate preliminary findings and images to physicians.
• Perform equipment maintenance and QA, report failures.
• Manage supply inventory and ensure uninterrupted service.

Skills

Ultrasound experience

Education

RDMS Certification (ARDMS)

ARRT Sonography Certification (S)

RCS Certification (CCI)

RDCS Certification (ARDMS)

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Smithfield, Virginia Hiring Range $36.50 - $50.23/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Ultrasound Technologist in the acute care setting will perform a wide range of ultrasound exams, such as general ultrasound, breast, OB/GYN, and other ultrasound exams on incoming patients. The Ultrasound Technologist responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and processes, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding personal health information. The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for daily operations of the ultrasound lab, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The Ultrasound Technologist always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to pursue lifelong learning to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

What you will do

Uses imaging equipment and soundwaves to form images for diagnosis. Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures. Provides and maintains clinical documentation per scope of practice. Educates patients/families regarding the procedure to be performed. Explains the procedure and independently performs ultrasound exams on patients following established protocols. Evaluates images for quality. Interprets what image is captured. Presents images and preliminary findings to the physician. Maintains the ultrasound equipment and sterilizes the room. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Troubleshoots and ensures equipment functionality. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services. Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Follows RHS policies and procedures. Reports variances.

Qualifications

• Experience Ultrasound experience (Preferred)
• Licenses and Certifications Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• RDMS(OB, AB, Breast, or NIV) Upon Hire(Required)
• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Sonography (S) Upon Hire(Required)
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) CCI (RCS, RCIS, or RVS) Upon Hire(Required)
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) RVT or RDCS Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

Call Rotation Weekend Shifts

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