Ultrasound Technologist II — Expert Imaging & Patient Care

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 137,540,000 - 204,389,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our ultrasound team. The role includes abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological and some vascular exams, with daily patient interaction and collaboration with radiology staff.

Preferred candidates have 2-3 years hospital experience, ARDMS certification, and BLS. Work hours vary; Friday coverage is often needed. Vaccination against influenza is required.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical training in Diagnostic Medical Sonography required.
• Associate's degree in Ultrasound preferred.
• ARDMS certification in Abdominal and/or OB/GYN specialties.
• Registration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography required; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews charts, selects equipment and transducers for tests as ordered.
• Interviews patients, explains procedures and positions patient appropriately.
• Records images on PACS and provides images on film and paper when needed.
• Provides preliminary interpretation after discussion with radiologist.
• Views screen to detect pathologies and determine appropriate images.
• Performs routine clerical duties and maintains a clean work area.
• Performs high level disinfection of ultrasound transducers.

Skills

Patient interaction

Written communications

Oral communications

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Sonography

AR DMS certification

BLS certification

Tools

PACS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our ultrasound team. The role includes abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological and some vascular exams, with daily patient interaction and collaboration with radiology staff.

Preferred candidates have 2-3 years hospital experience, ARDMS certification, and BLS. Work hours vary; Friday coverage is often needed. Vaccination against influenza is required.