Ultrasound Technologist Iii

Froedtert South, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Froedtert South, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, WI is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist III to perform routine and special diagnostic ultrasound procedures and assist radiologists with biopsies.

The role requires an associate degree in ultrasound or radiologic technology, ARDMS in multiple disciplines, and current BLS/CPR certification, with on-call responsibilities and strict adherence to image quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited ultrasound or radiologic technology program.
• 3 months to 1 year of full-time ultrasound experience.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• ARDMS registry in three or more disciplines: abdominal, obstetrics, breast and/or vascular.
• Fluent English reading/writing/speaking.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment; assist with biopsies and cyst aspirations.
• Schedule appointments and instruct patients on preparation.
• Assist Radiologists and physicians and participate in on-call coverage.

Skills

English fluency

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree in Ultrasound Technology

Job description

Ultrasound Technologist Iii

Froedtert South, Inc. Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Ultrasound Technologist Iii

• POSITION PURPOSE Performs routine and special diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to departmental and hospital policies. Operates and maintains all sonographic and ancillary equipment; assists with providing 24 hours a day, seven days.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED Associate Degree: Graduate of an accredited certification program in Ultrasound Technology or Radiologic Technology
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 3 months – 1 year
• LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Ultrasound III shall include American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registry in three or more disciplines: Abdominal, Obstetrics, Breast and/or Vascular.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED Minimum of three (3) months of full-time Sonographer experience or equivalent. Ability to read, write, hear, speak and comprehend the English language fluently.
• PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Operates ultrasound equipment associated with the performance of all ultrasound procedures, including portable, biopsies and emergency examinations. Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions. Follows ACR and department policies in order to maximize image view quality. Assists with department coverage, including on-call hours. Assists the Radiologists and physicians with biopsies and cyst aspirations. Sets upon the exam room and utilizes sterile techniques. Operates teleradiology and ancillary equipment. Schedules appointments and instructs patient with regard to preparation instructions. Receives and records verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners for orders that are specific to the services provided by their department.