Ultrasound Technologist

About this Job:

MedStar Health has a variety of opportunities in Ultrasound - Multiple Locations Available!

Open Positions Include:

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital

Ultrasound Technologist - PRN

MedStar Harbor Hospital

Ultrasound Technologist - PRN

The Ultrasound Technologist will make an impact by performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

• Assists physician in such procedures as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, and renal biopsies. Scans patient, marks patient's body, determines angle for puncture, assists as necessary, and maintains sterile technique.
• Generates computer images or film through automatic processing and evaluates quality.
• Communicates and documents patient's clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and computerized report format. Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.
• Secures and returns supplies such as film, linens, medicine, and patient folders.
• Selects and operates equipment as directed. Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years diagnostic or ultrasound experience or graduation from an accredited Ultrasound program (registry eligible) with certification in Diagnostic Sonography by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 Year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certification in Diagnostic Sonography by ARDMS within 1 Year preferred.

This position has a hiring range of : USD $36.57 - USD $66.97 /Hr.