Diagnostic Ultrasound Technician

Job Overview

Perform ultrasonic examinations of patients and record images to diagnose pregnancy and various pathological conditions affecting the body. The role requires selecting the appropriate operating mode, manipulating the transducer, and photographing ultrasonic images for physician diagnosis. Cardiac examinations, fetal echocardiograms, and internal organ imaging are integral responsibilities.

• Selects the appropriate operating mode for the specific ultrasonic examination, selects intervals of body sections, manipulates the transducer, and selects and photographs ultrasonic images for diagnosis by the physician.
• Conducts examinations of cardiac motions, recognizes abnormal conditions, and adjusts recording technique to obtain appropriate display.
• Such examination displays cardiac chamber size, motion of valves, and all parts of the heart.
• Measures biparietal diameter and brain midline position from display echograms.
• Conducts examination of pregnant patients to determine placental localization, fetal position, and multiple gestation, or abnormalities such as coexisting tumors.
• Obtains images of internal organs with ultrasound techniques as an aid to differential diagnosis of cysts, abscesses and other pathological conditions.
• Tests and records fetal heartbeat and adult vascular characteristics for evaluation with ultrasonic images by a physician.
• Conducts fetal echocardiograms.
• Checks the patient's history to anticipate effects of previous surgery, childbirth and other conditions on the ultrasonic image of internal organs.
• Elicits the cooperation of patients, explains the procedure, and calms those who have fears regarding the examination.

Applicants must pass the required examination with a score of 70% or higher. Eligibility includes availability to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The position is open until the needs of the service are met. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All employees are entitled to benefits as outlined by the Department of Health Services.