Ultrasound Technologist - Registered - AAD

Luminis Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Holidays

Disability and Life/AD&D

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health in Lanham, MD seeks a qualified ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures and assist in biopsies. You will prepare patients, gather clinical data, calibrate equipment, and maintain documentation and safety standards on a daily basis.

The role requires an accredited one-year ultrasound program, ARDMS RDMS credentials, and BLS CPR certification; you will contribute to teaching staff and ensure supply levels and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a one-year program in ultrasound technology.
• RDMS certification in physics, abdomen-pelvis, Ob-Gyn (ARDMS).
• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures and routine ultrasound procedures within the designated time frame.
• Assists in biopsies and prepares patients for procedures.
• Reports equipment and staffing issues to supervisor and recommends improvements.
• Obtains clinical data prior to sonographic examination and records significant data.
• Conducts daily calibration checks on ultrasound equipment and documents results.
• Maintains logs and monthly reports; ensures cleanliness and sanitation.
• Supervises student and technologist instruction as needed.
• Monitors supplies and stocks the area; observes expiration dates and acts accordingly.
• Maintains license, CMEs and participates in required educational activities.

Skills

Ultrasound procedures

Equipment calibration

Record keeping

Clinical instruction

Education

One-year ultrasound program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Position Objective

Performs ultrasound procedures in accordance with established safety and quality standards and the special needs of patients.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures and routine ultrasound procedures within the designated time frame and in accordance with the established quality standards and needs of the department.
• Participates in performing biopsies of various organs and in preparing patients for specific procedures.
• Confers with the department supervisor to report problems relative to equipment, staffing and productivity and makes recommendations on personnel matters within an assigned area.
• Obtains pertinent clinical data prior to sonographic examination, supervises the preparation of patients and records significant data.
• Conducts daily calibration checks in the adjustment and maintenance of ultrasound and peripheral equipment and records results.
• Maintains daily activities log and procedure manual; complies data and issues monthly reports as required.
• Ensures compliance with AAD safety policies and procedures; maintains cleanliness and sanitation standards in the work area.
• Assists in the clinical instruction of technologists and students when needed.
• Monitors supplies in assigned work area and notifies manager when shortages occur. Assures to stock assigned area during each shift and monitor expiration of time sensitive supplies and takes appropriate action when needed.
• Maintains current license, CMEs and participates in various applicable educational activities as per regulatory/requirements.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Successful completion of a one-year program in ultrasound technology.

Required License/Certifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification in physics, abdomen-pelvis, Ob-Gyn by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS CPR certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $41.20 USD - $50 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status