Ultrasound Technologist: Imaging Expert & Cross-Training

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an Ultrasonographer to prepare patients and perform routine ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist. You will produce high-quality images and present findings with related results for interpretation.

This role requires completion of an accredited ultrasound program or MWHC/MIF cross-training, BLS, ARDMS/ARRT credentials, and strong teamwork with a focus on safety and accuracy in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited program in ultrasound or MWHC/MIF cross-training program, or twelve months relevant experience required.
• AHA BLS Provider required.
• ARDMS (AB or OB/GYN or VT) or ARRT (S) required at time of hire.
• If not ARDMS (OB/GYN) registered at time of hire, registry required within twelve months of hire with the first attempt to pass the OB/GYN registry within six months of hire.
• Registry in Abdomen (AB), Vascular (VT), and Pediatric Sonography (PS) preferred.
• ARDT (R) registered in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• Three years relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with applicable EMR, Radiology, and information systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations by confirming providers’ orders, verifying patients’ identities, and obtaining adequate medical histories to ensure the appropriateness of examinations and facilitate timely accurate diagnosis of the patient.
• Performs ultrasound examinations/procedures on all patient age groups and clinical conditions and maintains clinical and technical competency as evidenced by completion of an annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Clinical Associates in Ultrasound.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of ultrasound services/operations.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Disinfects equipment and ultrasound probes according to MWHC and proper infection control standards.
• Adheres to standard precautions at all times.
• Effectively interacts with students, consistently providing supervision and instruction.
• Is supportive of the MWH School of Radiologic Technology and the ultrasound cross-training program.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure their continued availability and non-interruption of services.
• Reports, records, and files patient information and procedural data in order to accurately document department operations and facilitate timely accurate billing for services.
• Participates in performance improvement activities for the Ultrasound department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Accredited ultrasound program / cross-training

Twelve months relevant experience

Tools

ARDMS/OB-GYN/VT

ARRT S registration

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an Ultrasonographer to prepare patients and perform routine ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist. You will produce high-quality images and present findings with related results for interpretation.

This role requires completion of an accredited ultrasound program or MWHC/MIF cross-training, BLS, ARDMS/ARRT credentials, and strong teamwork with a focus on safety and accuracy in a hospital setting.