Acute Ultrasound Technologist I

Banner Health•Payson, UT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As the gateway to Arizona's dramatic high country, Payson offers four-season recreation. This land, where the Ponderosa Pine Forest meets desert canyon country, offers sparkling lakes, and scenic mountains. Ride horses in the morning and fly-fish in the afternoon, and once the first snow falls, strap on your skis and find a trail for cross-country skiing. Click here to view a video about Payson and the surrounding area. Banner Payson Medical Center is a three-time recipient of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals® by Thomson Reuters. As a part-time Acute Ultrasound Technologist for Banner Payson, you will ensure that optimal care and treatment is available for our patient population. You will be responsible for producing high quality images, preparing and presenting for accurate documentation. This position is Wednesday and Thursday 7:30am-6pm with a rotating call schedule. Banner Payson Medical Center is the largest community health care provider in Arizona's Rim Country and remains committed to making a difference in people's lives by providing the highest quality of care to the residents of Payson and the many surrounding communities. A full-service health care facility, the 25 bed hospital offers extensive services including cardiopulmonary/respiratory, emergency, intensive care, imaging, labor and delivery, laboratory, surgery and rehabilitation. Banner Payson Medical Center also offers an array of outpatient services and specialty clinics including OB/GYN, urology and podiatry surgery, general and orthopedic surgery, family medicine, outpatient imaging, bone densitometry, diagnostic x-rays, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, nuclear cardiac stress testing, CT scans, MRI, pulmonary function testing, EEG, infusion center, rehabilitation therapies, plus sleep studies and pain management. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for one Ultrasound certification. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs all exams by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Adheres to established protocols and provides all pertinent patient information utilized by Radiologist for complete dictation. Uses independent judgement and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for all ultrasound exams. Scanning competencies should include, at a minimum, all patient ages, acuity levels and classes, independently and without quality issues. Performs ultrasound guided procedures and works closely with radiologist or provider. 2. Educates patients and families about procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions. Fosters teamwork, ensures efficient use of resources and advocates for quality patient outcomes. 3. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Performs troubleshooting as needed and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. Ensures imaging areas and equipment are in a constant state of "Ready". 4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable and in accordance with established policies. Maintains proficiency and competencies signed off for all studies related to certification(s). Performs high quality imaging and in accordance with training received. 5. Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice. Maintains confidentiality of all work information. 6. Assures the efficient operation of workflow in the department through patient triage and prioritization. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure uninterrupted services. 7. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients, and family members.

Requirements

Requires national certification in one area of specialty from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Uncertified new hires who are Registry eligible must obtain certification within 12 months of hire and image with an experienced technologist until they become fully proficient.
BLS certification required.
Completion of an approved Ultrasound program.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved by 0-3 years of experience.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, ability to analyze data and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all exams by following and verifying referring providers’ orders.
Adheres to established protocols and provides all pertinent patient information utilized by Radiologist for complete dictation.
Uses independent judgement and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for all ultrasound exams.
Scanning competencies should include, at a minimum, all patient ages, acuity levels and classes, independently and without quality issues.
Performs ultrasound guided procedures and works closely with radiologist or provider.
Educates patients and families about procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions.
Fosters teamwork, ensures efficient use of resources and advocates for quality patient outcomes.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
Performs troubleshooting as needed and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
Adheres to safety policies.
Ensures imaging areas and equipment are in a constant state of "Ready".
Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable and in accordance with established policies.
Maintains proficiency and competencies signed off for all studies related to certification(s).
Performs high quality imaging and in accordance with training received.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice.
Maintains confidentiality of all work information.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow in the department through patient triage and prioritization.
Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure uninterrupted services.