What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Tech - Days Full Time- 282435 position at Lighthouse?
Ultrasound Tech - Full Time Days - $25K Sign-On and $10K Relocation!
- Sitka, AK
- Full Time Days - Permanent
- ASAP Start Date
- $87,000-$110,000/Year
- $25K Sign-On Bonus!!
- $10K Relocation Bonus!
- Required: BLS
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
AGES SPECIFIC TO DEPARTMENT
- Newborn - Birth through 1 Month
- Infant - 1 Month through 5 years
- School Age - 6 years through 12 years
- Adolescent/Teenager - 13 years through 17 years
- Young Adult - 18 years through 34 years
- Middle Adult - 35 years through 50 years
- Mature Adult - 51 years through 69 years
- Geriatric Adult - 70 years
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Must provide Sonographic examination of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation. Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection.
- Performs diagnostic medical sonography within department and other areas.
- Maintains patient records and files.
- Assumes responsibility for departmental quality assurance program.
- Pursues continuing education.
- Transfers patient to and from imaging.
- In absence of supervisor, can assume responsibility of department.
- Rotates shifts as required.
- Performs ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.
- Follows policies and procedures as set up by hospital Administration.
- Assists in general hygiene of department and self.
- Should be able to work well in situations of stress.
- Must be willing to learn other imaging modalities as Manager sees fit.
- Must be able to perform duties in two fields of ultrasound (General and vascular, or Cardiac)
- Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned.
ULTRASOUND
- Perform all requested exams for diagnostic interpretation by a radiologist.
- Continue to seek a higher level of education with RDMS certification (Abd, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS).
- Pursue continuing education to fulfill radiology and/or RDMS requirements.
- Responsible for care of transducers.
- Responsible for neatness of work area.
- Responsible for paperwork that accompanies procedure
- Assistance with ultrasound invasive procedures.
- Participate in the preparation of policy and procedure in this area.
- Consult with referring physicians.
- Care of Trophon station.
- Assists with all efforts to obtain accreditations.
- Actively pursues education in a changing field.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
- Attends department/organizational meetings, in-services, and disaster drills.
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
- Current ARDMS in one category
Experience Required
- Able to perform all diagnostic exams as related to assigned modality.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Tech I – ARDMS in one modality (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
- Tech II – ARDMS certified in two modalities/ARDMS categories (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
- Tech III – ARDMS categories in three modalities (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
- Tech IV – ARDMS categories (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
Required Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $87,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Signing bonus
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/Ultrasound Tech (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $87,000 - $110,000
