Echo Sonographer | Cut Bank Radiology | PRN status

Logan Health • Cut Bank, MT

97d

About The Position

Responsible for performing all ultrasound procedures included, but not limited to: Abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, vascular studies (arterial & venous) & echocardiography under the direction of the Radiologist and Radiology Manager. Responsible for performing U/S procedures when needed and/or on a call on-call basis. Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation. Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Requirements

• Current ARDMS Registration (multiple modalities).
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire.
• Two years of experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs general diagnostic ultrasound and vascular exams and assists physicians with specialty exams.
• Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications.
• Explains the test to the patient.
• Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination.
• Assesses patient's understanding of process and informed consent.
• Enters test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
• Produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on computer disk, which is transferred to PACS system.
• Assesses, evaluates, and informs physician of changes in patient's condition during the exam.
• Discusses findings with Radiologist, calls report to referring Physician as requested.
• Rotates on-call, weeknights, weekends, & holidays as needed.
• Maintains accurate patient logs.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.
• Uses established techniques and implements strict infections control and safety measures.
• Enters charges in computer for department services and transmits them to business office.
• Keeps supervisor informed of department activities and patient flow.
• Respects patients' rights to privacy and dignity.
• Knows hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Cleans examination rooms, table, equipment and dispose of soiled linens.
• Restock supplies as needed.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time and gives priority to stat requisitions.
• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties.
• Schedules in- and out-patient for examinations and procedures, providing instructions for patient preparations.
• Provides courteous and responsive communication to patients.
• Makes copies of patient exams on CD or film as requested.
• Inputs and/or completes charges for patient examinations in McKesson system.
• Maintains daily log of exams.
• Cooperates with staff to achieve department goals and prepare patients for procedures.

Benefits

• PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees