Technologist, Ultrasound Reg-SHARE

Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown to supervisor.

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Provides proper patient care.

Interviews patients for required information.

Explains procedures to patients to ensure their understanding, cooperation, comfort and to optimize test results.

Positions patients as required.

Exercises care when moving patients to ensure their comfort and safety.

Takes vital signs as required; informs physician of changes.

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Maintains patient records and statistics accurately.

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Labels sonograms properly to assist in diagnosis and to ensure correct identification.

Provides test information to physicians.

Notifies physicians immediately of results revealing patient risks.

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Maintain records, reports and files as required or directed.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1.

Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.

2.

Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.

3.

Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.

4.

Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.

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Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.

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Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

7.

Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

II.

Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1.

Specialized post-secondary training equal to two years of college.

Experience/Skills: Required: 1.

Registration required by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments.

The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description.

Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

III.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered sedentary.

Position requires work indoors in a normal office environment.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Ultrasound Manager and Lead Technologist, the Breast Ultrasound Technologist performs high-quality diagnostic sonographic imaging in a breast imaging setting. This role supports radiologists by producing accurate imaging, assisting in procedures, and ensuring adherence to departmental policies, patient safety standards, and hospital protocols. Key Responsibilities · Perform a wide range of breast ultrasound exams ensuring high diagnostic quality · Assist physicians during invasive procedures (biopsies, aspirations, etc.) · Prepare and maintain exam rooms, ensuring compliance with infection control and safety protocols · Position patients appropriately to ensure comfort, safety, and optimal imaging results · Monitor patient condition during exams and respond to any changes as needed · Collaborate with radiologists to provide required imaging views and additional scans · Maintain accurate documentation and ensure proper exam reporting and billing compliance · Operate imaging systems such as PACS, RIS, and Epic · Maintain ultrasound equipment and ensure rooms are clean and ready for use · Provide patient-centered care with clear communication and professionalism · Support departmental workflow, including schedule flexibility and coverage as needed Required Qualifications (Must-Haves) · Minimum 3 years' experience in a Breast Imaging setting · ARDMS Certification in Breast – required within 1 year of hire date · Associate’s degree or certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.