Breast Ultrasound Technologist

About the position

The Breast Ultrasound Technologist at Precision Scans is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures to examine breast tissue and body structures. This role involves ensuring high-quality imaging for interpretation, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The position is contract-based with a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation.
• Set up and adjust all equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex studies and assist in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning.
• Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history).
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area, and any other areas in department.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• BLS certification required.
• ARDMS (Breast specialty) required.
• Must have Nuchal Translucency and ARDMS certifications.
• Breast Ultrasound tech with 3 to 5 years of experience.
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Nice-to-haves

• ARDMS and/or RVT certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Contract position with per diem options.
• Competitive pay range of $45.00 - $50.00 per hour.