Ultrasound Technologist $10,000 Sign on Bonus

3 weeks ago

Phoenix, AZ, United States Intermountain Health Full-time
Job Description: The Ultrasound Tech provides excellent customer service by performing ultrasound examinations under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis. To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer a $10,000 sign on bonus, if applicable.

Join Our Team as an Ultrasound Technologist

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Ultrasound Technologist to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you

Why Join Us? Enjoy an overnight differential added to your base pay Be part of a team that values your professional growth and development Help with student loan payments, up to $3000 per year Help with continuing education, up to $5250 per year

Posting Specifics Benefits Eligible: Yes, check them out Monday & Tuesday 9:00pm-6:30am, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30pm-6:00am Relocation assistance available

Essential Functions Maintains American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions. Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy. Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality. Assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment. Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns. Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques. Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images. Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions. Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills Following Protocols Equipment operation Patient Identification Documentations Customer Service Management Reporting Vascular Cleaning Imaging Techniques Anatomical Knowledge Prioritize Tasks Effective communication Independent work Teamwork Emergency response Image evaluation Equipment operation

Qualifications Ultrasound Technologist I Registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) - Successful completion of one registry pertinent to the department beyond physics (options include OB, abdominal, neuro, breast, pediatric, and vascular) Health Services\BCLS - Basic life support (Certification for Healthcare Providers)

Preferred Qualifications 1 or more years of experience.

Required Qualifications Ultrasound Technologist II Must have completed a minimum of two additional years of experience relevant to the department post obtaining Ultrasound Tech I. (Primary Children’s one of the two years must be pediatric experience) American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Registry - Successful completion of one additional registry pertinent to the department beyond Ultrasound Technologist I or (SPI + 2 registries). Options include Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), abdominal, neuro, breast, pediatric, Vascular, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). (Primary Children’s one of the two registries must be pediatric) Health Services\BCLS - Basic life support (Certification for Healthcare Providers)

Preferred Qualifications Additional experience Additional registries Vascular experience Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of eq