Ultrasound Technologist II

beloithealthsystem; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Beloit Health System seeks an Ultrasound Technologist II to join our Ultrasound department. The role includes patient assessments, procedure explanations, and maintaining accurate records with on-call duties requiring rapid response.

Graduate of an accredited School of Medical Sonography with ARDMS certification in two to three areas is required, along with ongoing CEU participation and CPR within three months of hire. Excellent communication and independent work are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Medical Sonography.
• ARDMS certification in two to three areas (e.g., vascular, abdomen, OB/GYN, breast, MSK).
• Annual recertification from ARDMS is required.
• Participation in continuing education programs.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• CPR certification within three months of hire.
• Ability to work independently and react calmly in emergencies.
• On-call required with reporting for duty within 30 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments, reviews symptoms and explains procedure.
• Provides comfort measures during testing and ensures patient safety.
• Documents exams properly and maintains patient records.
• Recognizes pathologies and adjusts exams to aid diagnosis.
• Reports abnormalities to the physician reading the study and referring physician.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and transducers appropriately.
• Maintains inventory and assists in department quality assurance.
• Supports other departments within Medical Imaging and assists students.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR certified

On-call availability

Independent work

Education

Accredited School of Medical Sonography

ARDMS certification in 2–3 specialties

Job description

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Ultrasound Technologist II to our Team!

• Shift: Varied, 8 hours per shift
• Schedule: 7a - 12:00a
• Hours per week: 36
• Benefits Status: Eligible
• Department: Ultrasound

The Ultrasonographer II i is responsible for assessments, procedures and care for the patient with medical uses of Ultrasonography.

• Performs patient assessments, reviews symptoms and explains procedure to performed
• Provides comfort measures during testing
• Ensures proper documentation of exam and procedure and maintains accurate patient records
• Recognizes various pathological states and knows how to alter the exam to make an appropriate diagnosis
• Reports abnormalities to the physician reading the study as well as the referring physician
• Ability to set up and operate equipment and transducers appropriately
• Actively participates in in-service and continuing education programs, maintaining required CEU credits required by ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
• Works effectively with students and is cooperative in teaching the concepts and skills involved in sonography
• Demonstrates the ability to perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software application appropriate to position
• Takes responsibility for inventory and stocking supplies in assigned areas
• Assists in aspects of patient care including transportation
• Provides input for equipment and supply decisions
• Detects, reports to supervisor, and contacts repair person for equipment malfunctions
• Assumes responsibility for portions of department quality assurance and improvement program
• Performs all PACs, clerical, scheduling, and filing functions
• Pursues continuing education
• Assists other departments within Medical Imaging

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Medical Sonography
• Board certification required in two to three areas of specialty which includes but not limited to:
  • Vascular
  • Abdomen
  • OB/GYN
  • Breast
  • Musculoskeletal
• Annual recertification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is required (ARDMS)
• Participation in continuing education programs
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Must be CPR certified within three (3) months of hire
• Requires ability to work independently and to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply proper procedures to BHS policies
• On call required with reporting for duty within 30 minutes
• Reporting Relationship: Clinical Manager/Director of Medical Imaging
• Must adhere to established health system and Medical Imaging department policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintains ethical conduct and keeps confidential personal and medical information about patients