Ultrasound Technologist - $43-65 per hour
Company: Inova Health System
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: September 25, 2024
Job Description:
Inova Health System is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist for a
job in Alexandria, Virginia.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- Shift: nights
- Employment Type: StaffWe are opening a
brand-new-state-of-the-art health care facility in Alexandria, VA.
Located in the Potomac Yard neighborhood is an outpatient facility
that will include a full-service emergency room, ambulatory
surgery, imaging services, primary care and other medical
offices.To learn more about how Inova is expanding our seamless
system of care in the Eastern Region of Northern Virginia, please
visit 400 Fannon Street, Alexandria, VA 22301The Specialty
Sonographer administers sound patient care practices according to
hospital and department policies/procedures to ensure the safety of
patients. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and
consistent departmental operations. Demonstrates safety for
patients, staff, and self as outlined in department protocols and
regulatory guidelines. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work
areas in a neat and safe condition. Provides clinical services
according to specialized ultrasound practice standards and acts as
a resource to students, nurses, fellows, and other technologists to
ensure optimal department functions.Inova Benefits and Perks:- Sign
On Bonus and Relocation Available, if applicable- Health, Vision,
and Dental Coverage- Paid Parental Leave- Retirement matching:
dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you
contribute- Competitive salary- Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on
your very first day of work.Shift: Full TimeHours: Rotating
Schedule:Week 1 7:30P-7A Mon, Tues, WedWeek 2 7:30P-7A Thurs, Fri,
SatLocation: OakvilleJob Responsibilities- Demonstrates knowledge
of proper sterile technique and isolation precautions as they
pertain to the various specialty procedures.- Recognizes clinical
and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes
appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable
outcomes.- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of intravenous
(IV) heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to
Sonography.- Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a
neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and team
members. Ensures that rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies
and have required supplies readily available for procedures.
Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment to
Biomedical Engineering/vendor. Performs/recognizes the need for
routine maintenance of imagers/processors to maintain consistent
quality images.- Operates imaging and other related equipment
according to manufacturers' specifications. Provides clinical
services according to specialized ultrasound practice standards and
acts as a resource to students, nurses, fellows, and other
technologists to ensure optimal department functions.Requirements
for Consideration:- Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic
Medical Sonography.- ARDMS, CCI or ARRT registered with at least
two sonographer specialties (i.e. OB/GYN, Breast, AB).- One year of
experience in a hospital/healthcare environment in the performance
of Specialized Diagnostic Medical Sonography.- Basic Life Support
CertificationInova Job ID #658874. Posted job title: sonographer
specialty nights
Keywords: Inova Health System, Alexandria , Ultrasound Technologist - $43-65 per hour, Other , Alexandria, Virginia
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