Ultrasound Tech Dual Registry Full time - Overnight

About the Organization

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques, and a commitment to serving the community enable Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

About the Role

The Sonographer manages and performs all abdominal, gynecological, obstetrical, small parts, peripheral vascular, and cerebrovascular ultrasound examinations. Demonstrates excellent comprehension and knowledge of anatomy and disease and can communicate this to the Radiologist. The Sonographer is trained in the appropriate use of color Doppler techniques and other advanced imaging techniques. The Sonographer is capable of working independently to obtain all necessary clinical information for the Radiologist to make a diagnosis.

Teamwork is an essential part of working in Imaging; therefore, the radiologic technologist accepts secondary responsibilities within the department to support teamwork. To be a successful ultrasound technologist, you should have excellent patient service and technical skills, as well as a strong knowledge of anatomy and pathology, and perform ultrasound exams in an accurate and timely manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Certificate or Registry of Diagnostic Imaging accredited program
• Registered ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or Ultrasound with the ARRT(US) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) required
• Vascular experience required
• Registry RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist), CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International), or ARRT-Vascular US required
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing

Team Member Competencies

• Establishing Relationships: Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances to collaborate effectively within the department and organization. Relates to all kinds of people regardless of background and finds common interests to build rapport.
• Peer Support: Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge and skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.
• Inspiring and Motivating Others: Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments.
• Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence: Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions appropriately and leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.
• Acting with Integrity: Interacts with others in a direct and truthful manner; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives. Acts consistently with personal and organizational values by keeping promises and commitments.
• Being a Champion for Change and Innovation: Supports people in trying new things, thinks creatively, and adapts to change. Generates novel and valuable ideas to develop new or improved processes.
• Communicating Effectively: Speaks and writes clearly, conveying information concisely and logically. Tailors messages to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact and diplomacy.
• Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of background. Challenges bias and intolerance, and encourages practices that support cultural diversity.

Physical Requirements

This job can be physically demanding at times, requiring stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods. The team member will need to frequently assist with lifting patients and heavy equipment. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, work independently, make sound decisions, and be detail-oriented, alert, and self-motivated.

• Ability to push/pull up to 40 lbs
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 lbs

Threshold Requirements

These requirements are mandatory and must be completed on a yearly basis:

• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service, and health requirements, including attendance at new employee orientation
• TB/PPD Surveillance Program
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s)

This is not necessarily an extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require other or different tasks when circumstances change.