Ultrasound Technologist

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutland Regional Medical Center in Vermont is seeking an ultrasound technologist to perform ultrasound imaging exams under radiologist supervision, with proficiency in cross-sectional anatomy and patient care.

Must have ARDMS certification or eligible (certification within the first year) and BLS, plus ongoing CE credits. Experience across abdomen, OB/GYN, pelvic, transvaginal, breast, carotid/venous and small parts is preferred. Uses RIS/PACS/HIS to record and disseminate results.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program if hired after 2002.
• ARDMS certified or eligible and must become certified within first year.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Must obtain 30 ECE credits in three years for recertification.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound imaging examinations under supervision.
• Recognize cross-sectional anatomy.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Record and disseminate patient results using RIS/PACS and HIS.

Skills

Abdomen ultrasound

OB/GYN

Pelvic

Transvaginal

Breast

Carotid/Venous studies

Small parts

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel)

Education

High School diploma

Accredited ultrasound program (post-2002)

Tools

RIS/PACS/HIS

Job description

Under the supervision of a radiologist, provider or department leadership, competently performs ultrasound imaging examinations and procedures. Must have the ability to recognize cross-sectional anatomy. Responsible for providing excellent customer service and complying with hospital policies and procedures. Uses the RIS/PACS and HIS for proper recording of patient exams and dissemination of patient results.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program if hired after 2002.

Minimum Work Experience

• Prior experience or training in general abdomen ultrasound, OB/GYN, pelvic, transvaginal, breast, carotid/venous studies, and small parts.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• ARDMS certified or ARDMS eligible (must become certified within first year of employment),and must be scheduled to take or have already passed the ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation Exam.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Must obtain 30 ECE credits, in a three year period, for re-certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to provide care based on physical and psychosocial development and safety issues to patients of all age groups, including infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Microsoft desktop application skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness and ability to participate in rotation for weekend and call coverage.

Pay Range = $38.91 - $56.68

Compensation details: 38.91-56.68 Hourly Wage