Ultrasound Technologist

Job description

Position Summary
Ultrasound technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for emergency department, inpatient, and outpatient populations in a 24/7 hospital environment. This night-shift position requires a skilled, dependable sonographer who can work independently, prioritize STAT and emergent examinations, and provide high-quality patient care. The technologist will collaborate with radiologist, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic imaging services.
Schedule: Friday - Sunday, 7:30pm – 8:00am with rotating holiday coverage
Responsibilities
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, and vascular studies.
• Perform STAT, emergent, and portable ultrasound examinations throughout the hospital.
• Independently manage and prioritize examinations based on clinical urgency and patient care needs.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examination findings.
• Communicate critical or unexpected finding promptly according to departmental policies.
• Collaborate with radiologists, emergency department providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and comfort throughout examinations.
• Ensure proper operation, cleaning and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and PACS.
• Demonstrate flexibility, sound clinical judgement, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent approved education and experience.
• ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification required, or registry eligibility in accordance with organizational requirements.
• BLS certification required.
• Previous hospital ultrasound experience preferred.
• Experience performing general, OB/GYN, and vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.
• Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple examinations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Flexibility to provide overnight, weekend and holiday coverage as needed or scheduled.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, and vascular studies.
• Perform STAT, emergent, and portable ultrasound examinations throughout the hospital.
• Independently manage and prioritize examinations based on clinical urgency and patient care needs.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examination findings.
• Communicate critical or unexpected finding promptly according to departmental policies.
• Collaborate with radiologists, emergency department providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and comfort throughout examinations.
• Ensure proper operation, cleaning and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and PACS.
• Demonstrate flexibility, sound clinical judgement, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent approved education and experience.
• ARDMS or ARRT(S) certification required, or registry eligibility in accordance with organizational requirements.
• BLS certification required.
• Previous hospital ultrasound experience preferred.
• Experience performing general, OB/GYN, and vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.
• Ability to work independently and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple examinations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Flexibility to provide overnight, weekend and holiday coverage as needed or scheduled.