Ultrasound Technician

Job Summary:

The University of Wisconsin Atherosclerosis Imaging Research Program within the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine offers a unique opportunity for an Ultrasound Technician to support the Atherosclerosis Imaging Research Program's current projects. We offer a professional enriching and rewarding position, in a highly regarded ultrasound core lab, with exposure to a research setting, great team work approach and flexible hours.

We are a successful research lab supported by multiple grant funding streams. We are looking for a detail oriented, organized, personable and inquisitive sonographer, that is interested in a part time position in a low stress environment.

• This position is part-time, 10-40% FTE
• The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire
• Terminal, 12 month appointment
• This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding.
• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Assesses the need to adapt the planned procedures to achieve optimal results and confers with medical personnel

Operates ultrasound equipment and assists patients with ambulation during procedures to ensure accurate data collection and to minimizing patient exposure to high-amplitude sound waves

Follows study specific scanning protocols with required documentation

Identifies and documents any unexpected results that may indicate the need for further testing or immediate medical attention

Explains the diagnostic procedure to patients and responds to related patient questions following established protocol

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, in the Operational Area of UW Atherosclerosis Imaging Research Program

Fueled by innovation yet grounded in kindness, the Department of Medicine empowers leaders to transform medicine and improve lives everywhere. We are committed to professional fulfillment and health equity. We strive to ensure that everyone in our department understands the importance of social impact and belonging—and is empowered to champion it in all they do. Join us and be a part of supporting our nationally recognized faculty, innovative medical education programs and exceptional clinical care as we work towards our vision of healthy people and healthy communities!

At the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, we help people live their healthiest lives through prevention and state-of-the-art care for complex heart disease. We lead comprehensive education, research and clinical programs—in partnership with our world-class university and remarkable health system. We are innovative, collaborative and kind. We strive for excellence and equity. And we make an impact in Wisconsin and beyond.

The University of Wisconsin Atherosclerosis Imaging Research Program (UW AIRP) is an ultrasound core laboratory for clinical and epidemiological research studies that use ultrasound, electrocardiographic, exercise, and other physiologic research tools to quantify atherosclerosis, arterial injury, and cardiovascular disease risk.

Compensation:

The starting pay rate for the position is $30 per hour; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Registered vascular or cardiac sonographer (RVT, RDCS)

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, specifically Excel

Adobe PDF form proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:

6 months of carotid/duplex scanning experience.

Work experience in an academic institution, with exposure to research protocols, IRB regulations, HIPAA training, etc.

Education:

Associate’s Degree required with a focus in field of study preferred including classes in anatomy, physics, physiology and clinical experience hours