Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem

Community Options, Inc.; Norwalk (CT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist in Norwalk, CT. This per diem position involves performing ultrasound procedures crucial for diagnosing patient conditions and requires a strong commitment to patient care and technical excellence. The role offers a sign-on bonus and a focus on continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Qualifications

• Must become ARDMS Registered within 1 year of hire.
• Zero to six months minimum experience preferred.
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound scans to diagnose patient conditions.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and explains procedures.
• Keeps current with ultrasound practices and assists with training.

Skills

Patient Care

Ultrasound Procedures

Technical Acumen

Emergency Response

Education

Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program

HS Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

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Summary

To perform ultrasound procedures on patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Description

Ultrasound Tech - Per Diem

Rate: 51.50

Summary

To perform ultrasound procedures on patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Responsibilities

• Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria A: Performs scan of the appropriate, indicated area to obtain sonographic information Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria B: Reviews and/or records pertinent patient history, supportive clinical data and any previous imaging studies Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria C: Demonstrates anatomy through proper positioning and techniques and is knowledgeable of anatomical landmarks. Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria D: Presents sonographic findings and pertinent patient information to Radiologists for interpretation
• Patient Care Criteria A: Technologist checks requests for ultrasound exam ordered and special instructions Patient Care Criteria B: Pleasantly greets, is courteous and cooperative to patients and their family members. Patient Care Criteria C: Explains procedures and ultrasound to the patient and gets consent forms signed, if needed. Patient Care Criteria D: Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Patient records and paperwork. Criteria A: Records procedures complete. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria B: Checks for correct charges on requests. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria C: Properly annotates all images Patient records and paperwork. Criteria D: Checks that all the correct information is on the films.
• Teaching/Education Criteria A: Keeps current on Ultrasound procedures and methodology with journals, seminars and video-taped learning programs. Teaching/Education Criteria B: Attends staff meetings and inservices. Teaching/Education Criteria C: Assists in orientation/training of Radiology Residents in ultrasound equipment and procedures Teaching/Education Criteria D: Maintains registry from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• Safety Criteria A: Uses universal precautions at all times. Safety Criteria B: Uses proper sterile technique when it applies. Safety Criteria C: Lifts patients in a safely manner. Safety Criteria D: Uses proper techniques when sterilizing equipment
• Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria A: Responds quickly and effectively in the event of a medical emergency or problems that arise. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria B: Has knowledge of emergency equipment and their locations. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria C: Able to recognize when a patient needs medical assistance.
• Stocking and inventory Criteria A: Assists in keeping ultrasound area stocked with necessary items
• Equipment functionality Criteria A: Performs visual inspection of equipment and reports any malfunctions Equipment functionality Criteria B: Assesses film quality and reports any deviations from normal quality
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
  
  

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information

Required: Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program.

Minimum Experience: zero to six months

Desired: ARDMS Registered or must become registered within 1 year of hire. Certification by the ARDMS plus 3 years experience in ultrasound preferred.

Working Conditions

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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