Ultrasound Technologist

Nutex Health, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutex Health, Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures with attention to patient comfort and safety.

You will prepare patients, operate imaging equipment, manage data in EMR, and support QA and safety protocols in a hospital-based setting. ARDMS certification and BLS are required, with at least one year of experience; prior hospital work is preferred. This role emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer.
• ARDMS certification and BLS certification required.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound/sonography procedures, including preparing patients for exams, positioning them appropriately, selecting the correct imaging techniques, and ensuring image quality.
• Enter and monitor patient data accurately within the electronic medical records system.
• Conduct regular quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Identify and report any accidents, complaints, or equipment malfunctions to departmental management.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Attend staff and company-sponsored meetings as required to stay informed and involved.

Skills

Electronic Medical Records Navigation

Policy Compliance

Professional Development

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Ultrasound TechnologistThe **Ultrasound Technologist** plays a critical role in patient care by performing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians. This position requires a commitment to patient comfort and safety and to maintaining high-quality imaging practices and compliance standards.**Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:*** **Diagnostic Procedures:** Perform ultrasound/sonography procedures, including preparing patients for exams, positioning them appropriately, selecting the correct imaging techniques, and ensuring image quality.* **Data Management:** Enter and monitor patient data accurately within the electronic medical records system.* **Equipment Quality Assurance:** Conduct regular quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality and safety.* **Incident Reporting:** Promptly identify and report any accidents, complaints, or equipment malfunctions to departmental management.* **Patient and Staff Safety:** Always ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.* **Additional Duties:** Perform tasks or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.* **Meetings:** Attend staff and company-sponsored meetings as required to stay informed and involved.**Job Competencies:*** **Electronic Medical Records Navigation:** Proficient in navigating and utilizing electronic medical records systems.* **Policy Compliance:** Understand and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and standards.* **Professional Development:** Maintain and enhance skill levels through ongoing education, collaborative training with colleagues and physicians, and annual skills checkoffs.* **Interpersonal Skills:** Exhibit mindfulness, compassion, and excellent people skills to foster a supportive patient environment.**Qualifications Required:*** Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer.* Certifications: ARDMS certification and BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.* Prior hospital experience is preferred.**Physical Requirements:*** **Constant:** Ability to maintain vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus); hear, speak, and use hands for detailed tasks; walk, sit, maintain balance, perform repetitive motions, and utilize arm, leg, and back muscles for extended periods.* **Frequent:** Bend, squat, twist, and push/pull up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance; lift/carry up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance.* **Occasional:** Climb, kneel, crouch; distinguish colors; be exposed to noise/high-pitched sounds; hazards, allergens, toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation.* **Rarely:** Potential exposure to electric shock; work in confined spaces.* **Other:** Must wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks.* **Potential Exposure:** May encounter infectious diseases and risks associated with cuts and bruises.**Work Environment:*** **OSHA Category I:** Normal work routine involves exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues as part of employment responsibilities.Nutex Health is the premier innovative service provider in the emergency care industry. Our specialists provide unparalleled expertise with the knowledge and competency to make your vision a reality. You can trust Nutex Health to deliver a turnkey process from real estate acquisition, design, and development of the ER facility to staffing, training, and operations.