Ultrasound Technician PRN

About the role

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in all Ultrasound and Vascular procedures.
• Have a thorough knowledge of all positioning techniques, technical factors and anatomical factors necessary to obtain quality images.
• Absolutely assist the radiologist and or other physicians as necessary.
• Maintain a good working relationship with all staff members.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule as required.
• (i.e. alternate shifts, call rotation, etc.)
• Demonstrate initiative (Can work independent without need of constant supervision or direction).
• Be responsible (Completes assigned tasks, duties, etc.).
• Be punctual (Arrives at work on time on a consistent basis).
• Be dependable.
• Observe universal precautions and other health and safety rules of the department as well as those of the Medical Center.
• Participate in continuing education essential the field and for the betterment of the patient.
• Display good patient care skills.
• Communicate in a positive compassionate manor to all age groups.
• Able to modify job duties as necessary.
• Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an age appropriate manner.
• Able to appropriately assess the patient’s pain and involve the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
• Maintain HIPPA compliance.
• Maintain Imaging QA requirements. (
• Consistently ensures prompt timely service to all outpatients.
• Monitor Patient Tracker consistently to make sure patients are not waiting excessively.
• Works to always meet or exceed patient’s expectation for fast efficient and compassionate service.
• Maintain a clean environment.
• Clean equipment as required.
• Sanitize equipment between each patient contact.
• Consistently use kind words, salutations, smiles, etc promoting a friendly approach during all patient interactions.
• Consistently wear name badge while at work. (
• Take call according to schedule.
• Always wear name badge.
• Complete all work before clocking out and leaving.
• Able to perform all common Ultrasound/Vascular imaging procedures without assistance.
• Proficient in use of Medi-Tech Radiology Information System.
• Proficient in use of current U/S systems and related equipment.
• Knowledge of location of and use of MSDS, Emergency Response Manual, Crash Cart, O2 Shut off, Fire extinguishers, Exits.
• Competent in PACS usage.
• Absolutely assist in training of students and ancillary personnel as required.
• Interact professionally with patient/family.
• Be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
• Have knowledge of hospital policies.
• Understand functions of the other departments.
• Compile and maintain quality assurance data as appropriate.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the following age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.
• Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an age appropriate manner.
• Able to appropriately assess the patient’s pain and involve the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Able to review exams for technical accuracy.
• Able to present exams to the interpreting physician in a concise and professional manner.
• Able to communicate pertinent data to the ordering provider, nurse, or other care giver as appropriate.
• Able to perform exams with accuracy and efficiency in a variety of work conditions.
• Able to flex work schedules as needed to meet the needs of the department.
• Able to offer Compassionate care to all patients.
• Able to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate / GED.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, or Registered Vascular Technician (RVT).

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

PRN, as needed.