Ultrasound Technologist

Location

Savannah, GA | United States

Job description

SouthCoast Imaging Dept. Is Looking For A Full-time Ultrasound Technologist With Breast Registry

$5,000 sign-on/ relocation bonus

Under the clinical supervision of Physician or Office Manager provides patient services using imaging modalities as employed. Performs majority of exams with minimal supervision. Produces two dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic ultrasound procedures, protocol, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of latest trends and techniques in ultrasound technology.
• Knowledge of equipment including common safety hazards.
• Skilled in analytical review necessary to conduct routine ultrasound tests and review results for accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
• Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.
• Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
• Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
• Performs or assistant with other clinical or non-clinical duties as assigned by Supervisor or Physician.
• Organizes daily work schedule and performs on call duties and/or works variable shifts as assigned to meet the needs of the department.

Education/Experience:

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school. Two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education.

Requirements:

Professional registry for modality employed in, when mandated by Federal or section certifications or registry eligible (i.e. ARRT, RVT (VT) (BR)). Must maintain continued education (CE) credits as required and maintain currency of BLS/CPR certification.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, health, HSA, dental, vision, life, long term disability, 401(k), supplemental insurance policies. Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, jury duty and bereavement leave.  DFW, EOE, MFVD.

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