Ultrasound Technician
Company: Austin Regional Clinic/MediView
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
*Sign on bonus eligible - Does NOT work nights, weekends, or on
call* *Full time (M-F 8-5) and PRN schedules available* ABOUT
AUSTIN REGIONAL CLINIC Austin Regional Clinic has been voted a top
Central Texas employer by our employees for over 17 years! We are
one of central Texas' largest professional medical groups with 25+
locations and we are continuing to grow. We offer the following
benefits to eligible team members: Medical, Dental, Vision,
Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, 401(k), EAP, Life Insurance, Long
Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Child Care Assistance,
Health & Fitness, Sick Child Care Assistance, Development and more.
PURPOSE Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound
and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the
Ultrasound Technologist includes those procedures, acts and
processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received
education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency and
has completed appropriate ARDMS certification, which is the
standard of practice in ultrasound. Carries out all duties while
maintaining compliance and confidentiality and promoting the
mission and philosophy of the organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsible for performing echocardiographic sonography,
cardiovascular ultrasound studies, including stress echocardiogram,
echocardiograms, carotid ultrasound imaging, vascular, abdomen,
arterial and venous studies for physician review in a timely
manner. Prepares patients for exam by explaining procedure,
transferring patient to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and
applying gel, and position patient properly. Ensures images
produced by ultrasound machine are satisfactory for diagnostic
purposes while making adjustments to machine as required.
Responsible for working collaboratively with other members to
assure the safe and accurate delivery of patient care. Assumes
responsibility for patient testing, quality control, quality
improvement, and equipment maintenance. Performs procedures
according to physician's orders in the patient's chart. Calibrates
and maintains equipment and orders supplies when needed Familiar
with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of
medical/health care errors. Provides precise documentation on all
recorded ultrasound procedures. Uses independent judgment during
the exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal
findings. Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and
physical comfort of patients while they are in the technician's
care. Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes
decisions to appropriately resolve the problems. Establishes and
maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all
interrelating referral offices, hospitals, or commercial agencies.
Adheres to all company policies, including but not limited to,
OSHA, HIPAA, compliance and Code of Conduct. Regular and dependable
attendance. Follows the core competencies set forth by the Company,
which are available for review on CMSweb. QUALIFICATIONS Education
and Experience Required: High school diploma or GED and two-year
associate's degree. One (1) or more years of experience in
performing adult echocardiogram and stress echocardiogram, carotid
ultrasound imaging, and arterial and venous studies. Preferred:
Registered Cardiac Sonographer, Registered Vascular Specialist
Experience leading or involved in obtaining ICAEL accreditation a
plus. Certificate/License Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
(RDCS) with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with Cardiovascular
Credentialing International (CCI) required. Basic Life Support
(BLS) Healthcare Provider credentialed from the American Heart
Association (AHA) within 60 days of hire required. Current
compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for
specialty as appropriate. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS) preferred. Work Schedule: Full time (Monday- Friday
8:00am-5:00pm( or PRN (as needed between Monday-Friday 8-5)
schedules available. *Does NOT work nights, weekends, or on call*
Location : Northwest Hills Specialty clinic location, possible
South Austin travel required. Employment Type: Full Time Years
Experience: 1 - 3 years Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Austin Regional Clinic/MediView, Georgetown , Ultrasound Technician, Professions , Austin, Texas
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