Per Diem Ultrasound tech

Summit Health • New Britain, CT

84d

About The Position

We are hiring at Starling Physicians, a VillageMD company! The position involves assisting physicians in executing quality Obstetric & Gynecological ultrasound exams as per the AIUM protocols in a timely and efficient manner while obtaining images that support the diagnosis documented by the interpreting MD. The role includes obtaining essential information from patients, medical records, and previous exams for clinical correlation, performing ultrasound scans, and providing direct patient care as needed after proper confirmation of study and patient identification. Effective communication of differentials to interpreting physicians and generating accurate computerized reports for the physicians’ review is also required. Upon completion of the ultrasound exam, verifying proper documentation in the ultrasound reporting system is essential. The position ensures that each assigned room is properly stocked and prepared for smooth daily patient flow, assists with all aspects of sterile ultrasound guided procedures as directed by the interpreting MD, and prepares the necessary supplies and paperwork to support the physician for sterile procedures. Observing and following safety procedures including universal precautions, maintaining proper HIPAA compliance, and operating the equipment to acquire a variety of imaging results are also key responsibilities. The role may require assisting with back-up coverage for any unscheduled PTO call outs.

Requirements

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• Active Registry by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS).
• Some experience in OBGYN preferred.
• Some MFM experience is favorable.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to rotate to different locations based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physicians in executing quality Obstetric & Gynecological ultrasound exams as per the AIUM protocols.
• Obtains essential information from patients, medical records, and previous exams for clinical correlation.
• Performs ultrasound scans and provides direct patient care as needed after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
• Effectively communicates differentials to interpreting physicians.
• Generates accurate computerized reports for the physicians’ review.
• Verifies proper documentation in the ultrasound reporting system upon completion of the ultrasound exam.
• Ensures that each assigned room is properly stocked and prepared for smooth daily patient flow.
• Assists with all aspects of sterile ultrasound guided procedures as directed by the interpreting MD.
• Prepares the necessary supplies and paperwork to support the physician for sterile procedures.
• Observes and follows safety procedures including universal precautions.
• Maintains proper HIPAA compliance while staying familiar with changes regarding technology and safety.
• Operates the equipment to acquire a variety of imaging results and reports deficiencies to the proper personnel.
• Assists with back-up coverage for any unscheduled PTO call outs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vision coverage
• FSA coverages
• 401k savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees