Ultrasound Technologist Per Diem

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound studies and assist radiologists in interpreting results. The role requires evaluating findings and applying sound judgment in the use of ultrasound equipment.

The position involves collaborating with the radiology team, maintaining equipment, greeting patients, and upholding patient confidentiality while contributing to ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one- or two-year program or certified training course, followed by certification examination.
• Ultrasound training, involving new diagnostic equipment and techniques is received on the job.
• Registry with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is required.
• Must be proficient in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency, individually and as part of the multidisciplinary team, in performing clinical care and assessment of all patient populations.
• Maintains workstations and equipment.
• Greets patients and confirms patient identification.
• Assists in the ordering of supplies.
• Enhances professional growth.
• Preserves and protects patient rights to confidentiality.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Team-based care

English proficiency

Education

One- or two-year program / certified training

Job description

Job Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound studies, demonstrating good judgment in the use and application of ultrasound equipment. The incumbent assesses the findings in the ultrasound examinations and assists the radiologist and staff physicians in interpreting the ultrasound studies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency, individually and as part of the multidisciplinary team, in performing clinical care and assessment of all patient populations.
• Maintains workstations and equipment.
• Greets patients and confirms patient identification.
• Assists in the ordering of supplies.
• Enhances professional growth.
• Preserves and protects patient rights to confidentiality.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Completion of a one- or two-year program or certified training course, followed by certification examination.
• Ultrasound training, involving new diagnostic equipment and techniques is received on the job.
• Registry with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is required.
• Must be proficient in the English language.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.