Ultrasonographer - Radiology - PRN (401k and Vacation PTO Eligible)

Christie Clinic's department of Radiology is seeking a PRN (as needed and eligible for 401k and vacation PTO) Ultrasonographer at the University, Fields, and Windsor locations between the hours of Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:00pm. 

As an Ultrasonographer, you will perform a wide range of crucial ultrasound procedures to produce results for providers in the diagnosis of diseases. Your commitment to patient care and your attention to detail are vital to our mission of providing accurate and compassionate healthcare. 

Graduate from an accredited Radiology Technologist or Sonography program is required. Current, or in the process of earning registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in physics, is required.

(This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Greet the patient with eye contact, introduce yourself, and verify correct patient by using proper patient identifiers.
• Ensure the correct ordering provider and test.
• Perform a wide range of Ultrasound procedures, including but not limited to, abdominal, testicular, breast, thyroid, vascular and soft tissue examinations.
• Assist the Radiologist in special scans such as cyst aspirations, biopsies and drainages.
• Ensure that sterile and aseptic techniques are used at all times.
• Explain the procedure, prepare and position the patient, select appropriate transducers and other necessary items for the procedure.
• Verify that the exam on the work list is the correct exam and that the accession number matches the number on the order.
• Evaluate the clinical history and document history to record into the PACS notes.
• Recognize the need for additional imaging and/or positioning to fully illustrate the area in question.
• Adjust frequency, gain, depth, focal zone, size and field of view.  Use harmonies or color Doppler and other factors, as necessary.
• Verify the images on the PACS system, making certain that all images have arrived and all notes are correct.
• Perform related work as required.

Required Qualifications: 

• Completion of an accredited ultrasound program.
  • New graduates will be considered
• Demonstrate clinical experience performing abdominal and small part imaging in a patient care setting
• Evidence of annual completion of health related courses and/or seminars with a certificate and/or CEU’s in accordance with ARRT
• Current or working on registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in physics
  • Abdomen, Breast, and Vascular certifications preferred; minimally willing to achieve.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 50 pounds.  The ability to work in a dimly lit environment is required.  Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required. 

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an outpatient environment. 

PAY AND BENEFITS:

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.  We also offer vacation pay as well as a 401k plan.