Ultrasound Sonographer/Tech

Jobtome; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams under physician supervision at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. The role emphasizes high-quality image acquisition, adherence to department protocols, and patient-centered care during 36-hour weekly shifts (Thu–Sat, 6:30pm–6:30am).

Qualified candidates will be ARDMS‑registered with the appropriate modality, maintain BCLS, and support education for students and staff.

Qualifications

• ARDMS registered with a registry beyond physics.
• BCLS certification for Healthcare Providers.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality and accuracy.
• Assists and instructs students and other Radiology staff in exam protocols and equipment.
• Maintains infection control and sterile techniques.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.

Skills

ARDMS

BCLS

Infection control

Education

ARDMS Registry

BCLS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

The Ultrasound Technologist provides excellent customer service by performing ultrasound examinations under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis. Shift Details: Full-time (36 Hours), Thursday/Friday/Saturday 6:30pm-6:30am Unit/Location: Saint Joseph Hospital

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• Maintains American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.
• Demonstrates proficiency with all clinical equipment within the department and all exam types.
• Exhibits good safety practices in body substance protection, cleaning of equipment, using proper sterile techniques, and removing any expired materials.
• Customer Service Emergency response Equipment operation Content Expert Advanced Ultrasound Techniques Advanced Ultrasound Knowledge Computer literacy Scanning Proficiency

Minimum Qualifications

• Ultrasound Tech I Registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) - Successful completion of one registry pertinent to the department beyond physics (options include OB, abdominal, neuro, breast, pediatric, and vascular)
• Health Services\ BCLS - Basic life support (Certification for Healthcare Providers)

Minimum Qualifications Ultrasound Tech II

• Must have completed a minimum of two additional years of experience relevant to the department post obtaining Ultrasound Tech I. (Primary Children’s one of the two years must be pediatric experience)
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Registry - Successful completion of one additional registry pertinent to the department beyond Ultrasound Technologist I or (SPI + 2 registries). Options include Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), abdominal, neuro, breast, pediatric, Vascular, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). (Primary Children’s one of the two registries must be pediatric)
• Health Services\ BCLS - Basic life support (Certification for Healthcare Providers)

Preferred Qualifications Ultrasound Tech II

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
• Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules.