Chief Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Carson City, NV

Description

Carson City, NV | Part Time US:NV:Carson City  Imaging Ultrasound

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5^th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

Performs diagnostic medical and vascular sonograms. Assists radiologists and other specialists in performing diagnostic ultrasound and interventional procedures. Provides procedure-related patient care and education. Maintains records and documentation of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and emergent Ultrasound scans. 
• Explains and prepares patients for procedures and assist the radiologist with obtaining consent forms. 
• Positions patient in most suitable position and applies accessories (transducers, stirrups etc.) to capture high quality images. Practices medical and surgical aseptic and sterile techniques 
• Documents patient assessment/history related to procedures and provides patient care and education to meet patient’s physical and psychological needs. 
• Assists physicians (radiologist, cardiologist, and other specialists) in performing image guided diagnostic and invasive procedures. 
• Performs and documents equipment quality control according to department protocols; recognizes and reports any malfunction or variation to supervisor for recommended service or replacement. 
• Responsible for following department workflow and completing patient and department records, including billing exams appropriately and reviewing images for diagnostic quality. Performs associated clerical tasks as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required 

• Registration with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in at least one modality: Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), or Vascular Technology (VT). 
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for healthcare providers required.

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription