Ultrasound Technologist
Nutex Health · Tucson ER
Ultrasound TechnologistThe Ultrasound Technologist plays a critical role in patient care by performing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians. This position requires a commitment to patient comfort and safety and to maintaining high-quality imaging practices and compliance standards.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Diagnostic Procedures: Perform ultrasound/sonography procedures, including preparing patients for exams, positioning them appropriately, selecting the correct imaging techniques, and ensuring image quality.
- Data Management: Enter and monitor patient data accurately within the electronic medical records system.
- Equipment Quality Assurance: Conduct regular quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
- Incident Reporting: Promptly identify and report any accidents, complaints, or equipment malfunctions to departmental management.
- Patient and Staff Safety: Always ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Additional Duties: Perform tasks or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.
- Meetings: Attend staff and company-sponsored meetings as required to stay informed and involved.
Job Competencies:
- Electronic Medical Records Navigation: Proficient in navigating and utilizing electronic medical records systems.
- Policy Compliance: Understand and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
- Professional Development: Maintain and enhance skill levels through ongoing education, collaborative training with colleagues and physicians, and annual skills checkoffs.
- Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit mindfulness, compassion, and excellent people skills to foster a supportive patient environment.
Qualifications Required:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer.
- Certifications: ARDMS certification and BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Prior hospital experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Constant: Ability to maintain vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus); hear, speak, and use hands for detailed tasks; walk, sit, maintain balance, perform repetitive motions, and utilize arm, leg, and back muscles for extended periods.
- Frequent: Bend, squat, twist, and push/pull up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance; lift/carry up to twenty pounds without assistance; up to fifty pounds with assistance.
- Occasional: Climb, kneel, crouch; distinguish colors; be exposed to noise/high-pitched sounds; hazards, allergens, toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation.
- Rarely: Potential exposure to electric shock; work in confined spaces.
- Other: Must wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks.
- Potential Exposure: May encounter infectious diseases and risks associated with cuts and bruises.
Work Environment:
- OSHA Category I: Normal work routine involves exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues as part of employment responsibilities.