Ultrasound Technologist

The Vascular Experts; New London (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

The Vascular Experts in New London/Norwich area is seeking a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist with RVT eligibility. This per-diem role covers first shift across NL and surrounding locations.

You will perform advanced ultrasound imaging to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment, while maintaining patient comfort and safety. The ideal candidate holds an imaging technologies degree, RVT eligibility, and an active state license if required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Imaging Technologies required; RVT preferred or eligible.
• RVT or eligible to obtain registry.
• Active professional license issued by the State if required.
• Knowledge of ultrasonic physics and instrumentation.
• Understanding of ultrasound safety practices in the patient exam environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medical equipment, instruments, sterile procedures and supplies.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures and explain them to reduce anxiety.
• Assist medical staff during diagnostic procedures.
• Operate and monitor ultrasound equipment and report image quality concerns.
• Maintain patient records and organize images/reports.
• Verify patient information links to the correct chart.
• Clean and maintain ultrasound equipment and stock supplies.
• Provide instruction to students, staff, and residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Team player

Flexibility

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Imaging Technologies

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Job Title: Vascular Ultrasound Technologist/ RVT
Department: Clinical Staff
Reports To: Office Manager
Location(s): The Vascular Experts - NL/ Norwich/ OS region
Pay Status: Per-Diem
Competitive pay
Shift: 1st shift

Position Summary

Perform a variety of specialized technical tasks using state of the art ultrasound technologies that will collect reflected echoes and form images that are interpreted for use in diagnosis and treatment by the physician.
Reliable, Hard Working, and must be Team Player. Flexibility to cover multiple locations

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares medical equipment, instruments, sterile procedures and medical supplies
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which include proper positioning, adequately explaining procedures to patients and relieving fear and concern of the patient.
• Assist medical and professional personnel during diagnostic procedures
• Handling of instruments, operating and monitoring equipment, making the physician aware of image reading and alerting physician of patient discomfort or changes in conditions
• Evaluate and analyze image quality to obtain adequate representation of pathogenic conditions and sufficient coverage of test area
• Processes films in accordance with standard procedures or techniques
• Maintain patient records including images and reports
• Verify correct patient information links into the appropriate patient chart
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Clean and sterilize instruments and stock supplies as required
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to students, staff and medical residents
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or other authorized TVE Manager or Executive

Required Experience, Education & Licensure

Candidates and incumbents must possess an Associate’s Degree (or equivalent) in Imaging technologies with at least one (1) years of directly related experience in a hospital, surgical center or related environment. RVT or eligible to obtain registry. Incumbent must also possess an active, professional license issued by the State if required. Must have knowledge of ultrasonic physics and instrumentation as well as mechanical, electrical and ultrasound safety practices and requirements in the patient examination environment.

Job Types

Per-Diem