Acute Ultrasound Technologist

Position: Acute Ultrasound Technologist I
## Acute Ultrasound Technologist IApply:
BUMC South Tucson (2800 E Ajo Way):
Full time:
Posted Today:
R4456335
** Primary City/State:
** Tucson, Arizona
** Department Name:
** Ultrasound - Hosp
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* Work Shift:

** Day
* * Job Category:
** Clinical Care
** Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates!
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As an Ultrasound Technologist, you will perform high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures following provider orders, department protocols, and established methodologies. You'll produce and present accurate images with timely documentation while educating patients and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team. This role requires equipment quality control, adherence to safety standards, and a strong commitment to ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities.  
** Schedule**:
Monday through Friday working 7AM to 330PM at BUMC South Tucson. On-call is required for this role. This role floats to BUMC Tucson when needed.

Banner
- University Medical Center South is a comprehensive academic medical center that includes an Emergency department, a state-designated trauma center and a Behavioral Health Pavilion. We are an Arizona Department of Health Services-accredited Cardiac Receiving Center and a Nurses Improving Care for Health system Elders-designated senior-friendly hospital. The hospital is staffed by physicians who are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson and is managed by Banner Health under an operating agreement with Pima County. Our specialty services include inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, treatment and education for diabetes, innovative geriatrics care and comprehensive orthopedics.

POSITION SUMMARY  This position performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for one Ultrasound certification.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs all exams by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Adheres to established protocols and provides all pertinent patient information utilized by Radiologist for complete dictation. Uses independent judgement and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for all ultrasound exams. Scanning competencies should include, at a minimum, all patient ages, acuity levels and classes, independently and without quality issues.

Performs ultrasound guided procedures and works closely with radiologist or provider.  
2. Educates patients and families about procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions. Fosters teamwork, ensures efficient use of resources and advocates for quality patient outcomes.  
3. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Performs troubleshooting as needed and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. Ensures imaging areas and equipment are in a constant state of "Ready".  4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional…