Sr. Ultrasound Tech, Float - OBGYN (Westwood)

Under minimal supervision of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Faculty, Technologist will produce diagnostic
images of human anatomy using various diagnostic ultrasound scanning equipment. Competently perform the most complex
diagnostic ultrasound procedures portably, intra-operatively and in the
consultations suite on adults and geriatric patients. Incumbents perform and
train new technologists, students, residents, and fellows in procedures on a
continuing and assigned basis. Produce
and archive images using the PACS and ViewPoint systems. Operate laser printers, color paper printers and display
monitors. Assist physicians with
various special procedures such as amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, ultrasound guided procedures and
saline sonograms. Assist in
maintaining quality control standards. Initiate
and follow up requests for equipment maintenance, monitor equipment condition.
Monitors supply usage and maintain required records. Ability to act as a
resource technologist with extensive knowledge of diagnostic procedures and protocols. Complete all required billing functions thoroughly and accurately. Maintain clean, safe, orderly
work and patient care area. Assist Principal Ultrasound Technologist with data
collection and productivity analysis. Assist Principal Ultrasound Technologist
to assess and update needed competencies. The Senior Ultrasound Technologist
will travel and provide scanning or technical assistance to other areas of the
UCLA Department of OB/GYN clinics throughout of the community as assigned by
the supervisor for overage including Westwood, Santa Monica, and Marina Del Rey. Other
duties, as assigned.

Salary Range: $65.55 - $79.93 hourly

• Current certification by the ARDMS, OBGYN
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC
• 5 years experience in diagnostic ultrasound technology
• Degree from an accredited Ultrasonography Program
• Current Nuchal Translucency Certification
• Reading skills to comprehend technical and procedure manuals and other medical records written in standard English
• Ability to communicate in standard English to collect and clearly convey information to physicians, staff, patients, and the public.
• Technical skills and knowledge to interpret clinical data provided on requisitions and adjust examination parameter as needed.
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, staff, patients and the public.
• Ability to be courteous, patient, professional and diplomatic in any given situation.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Working knowledge of basic sterile procedure and sterile fields
• Ability to appropriated screen and instruct patients for a procedure
• Ability to maintain a pleasant demeanor and to work effectively under pressure, and frequent interruptions.

• Current AIUM Certification