MFM Ultrasound Technologist III

Offering a $12,000 sign-on bonus for new external hires Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, 4x8's Hours: 32 per week Why you’ll love working at Lowell General Hospital: • Free parking — because your commute should be the easiest part of your day • Benefits starting Day 1 — including medical, dental, and vision coverage • Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work • Career growth opportunities through Tech II and Tech III advancement pathways, recognizing the development of advanced skills and competencies • Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions — your future starts building right away Job Profile Summary ​​ This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. A senior level role requiring broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and requiring vocational or technical education.

Works under limited supervision for routine situations, problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand, provides assistance and/or may lead and train entry level employees and may lead daily operation activities. Job Overview Perform MFM ultrasound procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital.

Perform MFM ultrasound procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) imaging standards and allow the perinatologist to make a ultrasound diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care.

Work independently as required and be a clinical/technical resource for students and/or technologists. Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1. Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. 2. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS). 3. OB/GYN Specialist Certification (ARDMS). 4. Four (4) years of experience as an MFM Ultrasound Technologist. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Independently perform MFM ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards. 2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed. 3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients. 4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient. 5. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.

6. Participate in ongoing education and training. 7. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required. 8. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients. 9. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary. 10. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission. 11. Train and educate students and/or technologists on proper procedures and techniques.

Physical Requirements: 1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs. 2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment. 3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms. 4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable dis