Ultrasound Technologist at University Physicians' Association – Knoxville, Tennessee

GI for Kids is seeking a full-time Ultrasound Technologist to join our Knoxville-based team. This role includes Thursday travel to our Cleveland or Morristown satellite offices, with a company vehicle provided. The position supports a collaborative team within a large, privately owned specialty practice.

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 7AM- 4PM

Full benefit package available, including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include any and or all of the following: Other duties may be assigned as appropriate.

• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct examinations.
• Performs a variety of technical tasks involved in operating sonography equipment as specified by provider order.
• Instructs/communicates with patient and patient family regarding the test to be performed and answers questions.
• Assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonography examinations.
• Maintain sonography supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating future needs and placing orders.
• Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information.
• Ensure that the sonography examination order is complete.
• Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient preparation, and the patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination or test and associated procedures.
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic sonography tests.
• Apply independent judgment during the sonography examinations tests to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images.
• Identify and document any limitations to the sonography examinations tests.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA) and facility policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to accepted professional and ethical standards.

• Graduate of accredited Sonography program
• National Certification
• ARDMS registered/eligible
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs used for documentation activities and report generation.