Ultrasound Technician
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Ultrasound Technician

Ultrasound Technician

Looking for a work experience outside the typical hospital environment? Tired of the same daily routine? We offer a different type of job - a challenging, rewarding job where you will meet new people and see new places every day!

We are a busy mobile medical diagnostic company currently seeking responsible, friendly and professional individuals for the position of Ultrasound Technician. Exams are performed bedside using remotely connected digital equipment - send your exams via the internet and burn images to CDs.

DESCRIPTION: Perform ultrasounds and echocardiograms at a variety of facilities (nursing homes, clinics, mental health facilities, retirement centers, and private residences) throughout the Bay Area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Respond to scheduled or STAT ultrasound examinations in a timely manner
• Follow proper patient identification by using two active identifiers
• Review order form to ensure all required fields are completed including, but not limited to, patient name, room number, date of birth, ordering physician, diagnosis and insurance information (e.g., Medicare ID number)
• Adhere to commonly accepted infection control practices (i.e., gloves and washing hands before and after patient contact)
• Communicate effectively with the patient and maintain his/her comfort level during the examination
• Determine most suitable anatomical posture; position and shield patients accordingly
• Maintain proper documentation by making appropriate entries on forms when exam has been completed - tech name, date of service, time exam performed, and number of patients seen at facility
• Technician must be able to travel from location to location and be physically able to load and unload equipment from the vehicle multiple times per shift

REQUIREMENTS:
• California Ultrasound technician license
• ARDMS certification
• RDCS certification
• Must have at least one year ultrasound experience
• Excellent driving record mandatory
• Strong computer skills

Full/part-time and on-call positions available. We operate 24/7; various shifts are available. An occasional weekend or holiday shift will be required.