Ultrasound Technologist w/BONUS - 5103

We have a new opening for a full time Ultrasound Technologist at the Naval Health Clinic in Lemoore, CA.

Core Duties:

• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the unit.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to facility protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
• Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with facility policy.
• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and facility policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Additional Duties:

• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate to the unit.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to facility protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
• Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with facility policy.
• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and facility policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call logbook.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8.5 or 9 hour shifts between 7am and 4pm

No Weekends, No Holidays

No Call, No Call-Back

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate from a JRCERT accredited program

Internship/Residency: Successful completion from an internship in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Experience: Minimum 1 year experience, within the past 3 years, or as required to meet clinical competency requirements.

License: Current S-ARRT registration or ARDMS Certification.

Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. All applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Benefits

Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays

• Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more
• Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement
• Matching 401K

Base salary: $50.00 - $65.00/hr depending on experience

Sign-on bonus: $2,000.00 payable with first paycheck!