Sonographic Technician

Concentric Methods is seeking a Sonographic Technician to provide support at Langley AFB. Join the Cape Fox team for a rewarding opportunity!

• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services as appropriate.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
• Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policy.
• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest
• Orient peers and ancillary personnel to unit policies and procedures, skills, and standards of practice.

Additional Duties

• Ensure that the Ultrasound Suite and work center are cleaned weekly.
• Perform a variety of sonographer studies of the body in accordance with department protocols and supervising radiologist directions.
• Reports any patient’s need of immediate medical attention. Findings from emergency response shall be immediately reported to the officer in charge of the Radiology Imaging facility or his/her authorized representative.
• Follows infection control operating instructions and utilizes isolation protection techniques. Performs equipment quality control checks. Monitors personnel to ensure protective procedures such as radiation safety, hazardous material communications, and Air Force Occupational Safety and Health Programs are followed. Assess staff competence, and monitors appropriateness of care and completeness of examination requests.
• As needed, assists with student training activities IAW with regulation and course director plans; may instruct new personnel and other staff in the performance of diagnostic imaging and all other pertinent aspects in providing diagnostic quality care.

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• High School Diploma.
• Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• One year of experience as a Sonographic Technician

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Immunizations specific to location/contract Self-motivated with minimal oversight. Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. U. S. Citizen