Ultrasound tech 8a-8p, 3-2-2 schedule

About the role

This position requires performing highest quality sonographic procedures, including various technical procedures and color Doppler vascular exams. Responsibilities also include abdominal, OB/GYN, and small parts exams, as well as assuming responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Explains the test to the patient
• Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination
• Maintains assigned work area responsible for reporting any equipment not in proper working condition
• Routine checks cords, carts for safety
• Maintains JCAHO standards for ultrasound
• Produces high quality ultrasound scans according to protocols and physicians orders in a timely manner
• Selects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to organ to be scanned, the depth of field and other specifications of tests
• Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced
• Affords assistance to Radiologists with patient procedures
• Maintains records as required/prepares charge vouchers as required
• Sends all completed images to PACS
• Keeps CME points updated for ARDMS
• Participates in in-service education in the department
• Provides direction to and assists in cross training technologists
• Complies with hospital and department policies
• Performs related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• One (1) specialty certification through ARDMS: Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Pediatric Sonography (PS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Breast Musculoskeletal (MSK)
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: One (1) year of sonographer experience

Skills

• Interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict
• Cooperatively interacts with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

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Schedule

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