Ultrasound Technologist I

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary

Under general supervision, performs ultrasonic imaging examinations for patients in ANMC clinics.

Responsibilities

All

P erforms ultrasonic imaging examinations according to department procedures. Locates and records internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs, and identifies any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions. Performs ultrasound evaluations, including screenings, film interpretation, and level 3 obstetrical ultrasounds. Assists physician with invasive procedures. Performs portable procedures when needed.

A djusts equipment and calms patient to eliminate test artifacts. Monitors the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes. Recognizes abnormal changes and immediately notifies physician. Evaluates test results for clarity and accuracy; able to review tests with peers. Informs physicians of preliminary findings as requested and according to Department procedures. Distributes completed test results to physicians and service providers. Maintains patient charts, enters diagnosis and billing codes, logs data into patient information systems, and updates file systems for tests performed. On call responsibility is an expectation of the position with on-site arrival within one (1) hour of contact.

C leans and sterilizes equipment and work space. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and readjusts equipment or refers for repair. Trains and cross-trains other clinical staff as required. Instructs patients in pretest preparation, answers questions and explains procedures.

P erforms other duties as assigned.

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST II

A cts as a mentor for Ultrasound Technologist I. May train Technologists and students as required.

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST III

M entors Ultrasound Technologist I, II and students.

A ssists in improvements and processes in the department.

T akes on leadership role in absence of lead technologist.

Other information:

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

K nowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s) and politics.

K nowledge of ultrasound film processing techniques.

K nowledge of diagnostic imaging equipment.

K nowledge of anatomy/physiology and disease process.

K nowledge of ultrasound imaging examination protocols and patient preparation for evaluation.

K nowledge of emergency procedures, sterile practices, infection control, and other applicable practices.

S kill in interpersonal relationships.

S kill in monitoring patient responses.

S kill in utilizing ultrasonic equipment and performing ultrasound testing procedures.

S kill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

S kill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

M INIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

A ll

A ssociate’s Degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound. Progressively responsible work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education

M INIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST I

N one

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST II

N on- Supervisory: Two (2) years of professional work experience in Ultrasound.

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST III

N on- Supervisory: Four (4) years of professional work experience in Ultrasound.

M INIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

A ll

C urrent Basic Life Support card required.

U LTRASOUND TECHNOL O GIST I

R egistered Diagnostic Sonographer (ARDMS) or be registry eligible and complete registry within six (6) months from start of position.

ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST II

C urrent Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (ARDM) Registry

U LTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST III

A bdomen (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN)

P REFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

N /A

P REFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

N /A

P REFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

N /A

A DDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

D epending on the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional certifications or training in one or more specialty areas.