Per Diem Ultrasonographer

South Shore Health•Weymouth, MA

5d•$42 - $57

About The Position

Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.

Requirements

Need one to two (1–2) years to be fully proficient.
RDMS - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Per Diem, including varied day, evening and overnight shifts.
Optional overnight call Friday/Saturday.
Must be fully proficient and able to work without supervision in General, early OB, limited OB and Pediatric exams.
GE equipment.
Minimum committment of two shifts/month when needed.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Nice To Haves

Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.

Responsibilities

Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.
Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including biopsies and aspirations.
Assist surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.
Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.
Checks all images with the Radiologist.
Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.
Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:
Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital’s policy.
Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.
Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.
Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.
Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.
Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers.
Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
Adheres to universal precautions.
Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.