Ultrasound Tech

Abrazo Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Career development

Health Savings Account

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Hospital in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform quality ultrasound examinations across abdominal, pelvic, OB/GYN, small parts and interventional procedures. You will work with Radiologists/MDs in a collaborative imaging environment.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, billing aspects, equipment QC, and ensuring patient safety and identification. ARDMS certification and CPR are required, with 1–2 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Formal ultrasound training meeting certification requirements (ARDMS).
• 1–2 years of ultrasound and vascular technology experience.
• ARDMS certification or eligible; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality ultrasound examinations (abdominal, pelvic, OB/GYN, small parts, interventional).
• Follows protocols and documents examination information for medical personnel.
• Obtains patient history and positions patient for optimal imaging.
• Inputs charges and handles billing with computer systems.
• Maintains patient safety and verifies proper patient identification.
• Operates and maintains ultrasound equipment; adheres to QC procedures.
• Explains ultrasound process to patients prior to examination.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Equipment calibration

Education

Formal ultrasound training (ARDMS)

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Overview

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Position Summary

Produces quality ultrasound examinations which are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by Radiologists/MD and may include: abdominal, pelvic, OB/GYN, small parts and interventional ultrasound procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs billing and charging with computer systems.
• Follows proper protocol and associated paperwork for servicing malfunctioning equipment.
• Inputs charges in computer system. Obtains patient history for each examination from patient and/or chart.
• Documents examination information completely and accurately to appropriate medical personnel by using examination worksheets, written preliminary reports when needed and/or verbal notification
• Utilizes periodic QC and preventative maintenance and proficiency in proper patient positioning to achieve best examination results. Explains the ultrasound process to each patient prior to the examination.
• Verifies proper patient identification using patient armband.
• Uses equipment i.e. phones, faxes, copiers, information systems. Ensures proper protocol for filing and copying ultrasound examinations.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiological and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and staff.
  • Proficient with general operating procedures, i.e. start up procedures, calibration of equipment, troubleshooting and problem solving
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: Completion of formal ultrasound technology training which meets requirements for certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
  • Experience: One to two years of experience using ultrasound and vascular technology under the direction of an appropriate specialty physician is necessary.
  • Licensure/Certifications: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Certified or certified eligible. CPR.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Three years experience.

Organization Description

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute. The hospital offers comprehensive orthopedic care featuring navigational technology and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation services and enhanced diagnostic imaging as well as emergency care. Join our team!

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• Special Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiological and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and staff.
  • Proficient with general operating procedures, i.e. start up procedures, calibration of equipment, troubleshooting and problem solving
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: Completion of formal ultrasound technology training which meets requirements for certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
  • Experience: One to two years of experience using ultrasound and vascular technology under the direction of an appropriate specialty physician is necessary.
  • Licensure/Certifications: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Certified or certified eligible. CPR.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Three years experience.

• Performs billing and charging with computer systems.
• Follows proper protocol and associated paperwork for servicing malfunctioning equipment.
• Inputs charges in computer system. Obtains patient history for each examination from patient and/or chart.
• Documents examination information completely and accurately to appropriate medical personnel by using examination worksheets, written preliminary reports when needed and/or verbal notification
• Utilizes periodic QC and preventative maintenance and proficiency in proper patient positioning to achieve best examination results. Explains the ultrasound process to each patient prior to the examination.
• Verifies proper patient identification using patient armband.
• Uses equipment i.e. phones, faxes, copiers, information systems. Ensures proper protocol for filing and copying ultrasound examinations.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned