Bon Secours Mercy Health-posted 2 months ago
Springfield, OH
Hospitals

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. The ultrasound technologist performs cardiac ultrasound procedures this includes Echo and Vascular sand related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. May be required to learn to scan vascular exams i.e., venous duplex scans. Will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership, the Ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology. This will be located at Enon office and will support Springfield and Urbana locations.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient ID, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed
  • Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable)
  • Ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services
  • Documents sonographer's impressions and relays findings to physician
  • Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents all pertinent information, e.g., lab values, patient histories; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency particularly related to patients who are: newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric as deemed necessary by designated facility
  • Participates in performance improvement projects
  • Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal and state and local agency audits
  • Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff
  • Must use various ultrasound modalities dependent on the type of anatomy being examined
  • Must become proficient in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding of related technology
  • Demonstrates favorable guest relations and continues to promote values of the hospital in daily work performance
  • May also perform other related patient care duties
  • Credentialed in Ultrasound technology by one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)
  • BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Abdomen, Breast, Obstetrics/Gynecology (preferred)
  • Associates, America Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound (preferred)
  • 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred)
  • Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
  • Training in Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w/AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
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