Ultrasound Technician Per Diem

Nephrology Associates Medical Group; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nephrology Associates Medical Group in Riverside, CA is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Tech with vascular ultrasound experience. The role focuses on vein mapping, upper/lower extremity, and renal Doppler; works with dialysis patients; must be independent, precise, and proficient with PACS and EHR.

The candidate should have an associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography and 1–2 years of acute care or vascular lab experience, with ARDMS/SPI credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography.
• 1–2 years of acute-care or vascular lab experience; non-invasive vascular ultrasound.
• Preferred RVT/RVS or ARDMS; SPI certification within 12–18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound procedures as ordered and prepares patient.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and room and keeps supplies stocked.
• Uses PACS according to protocol and reports deficiencies to supervisor.
• Gathers medical history before examinations and assists radiologists as needed.
• Collaborates with physicians and coordinators to ensure smooth patient care.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Vascular ultrasound

PACS

EHR

Education

Associate's degree in diagnostic Medical Sonography

High school Diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

GE ultrasound machines

PACS

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

• This position requires extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, ultrasound practices for vein mapping with arterial and venous studies including upper and lower extremity, renal studies including renal doppler.
• Majority of our patients are on dialysis
• Tech needs to be able to work independently and think outside the box.

We are looking for someone who can provide great care to our patients, keep time on task, work independently, provide quality imaging and is computer proficient. Someone willing to learn and easily can adapt to changes.

Education Required

• High school Diploma
• Associate's degree in diagnostic Medical Sonography
• preferred bachelor's degree

Licensure/Certification

• Preferred: Credentialed Registered Vascular Tech (RVT through ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) with in 12 to 18 months of hire.
• Preferred: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification
• Required: ARMS SPI Certificate

Experience

REQUIRED: 1 to 2 years' experience with acute care or vascular lab, non-invasive vascular ultrasound testing. One year experience with specific diagnostic protocol in lower and upper extremity evaluation and abdominal. Experience with GE ultrasound machines preferred.

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrates compliance with code of conduct and compliance policies, takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and reports suspected violations.
• Obtains appropriate medical history before patient examination and prepares patient for exam
• Performs appropriate ultrasound procedures as ordered
• Maintains cleanliness of all equipment and room while maintaining adequate stock of supplies
• Uses PACS according to protocol
• Maintains equipment; reporting all deficiencies to the immediate supervisor

Additional Duties

• stocks room appropriately for exams at the end of shift
• uses EHR, patient tracker, and follow-up reporting as required
• anticipates radiologists' needs by review of patient history and previous exams
• demonstrates cost effectiveness by using judgment when opening and using supplies
• works closely with Physician and Coordinators to ensure smooth transition and continuation of care for patient