Radiology Technologist - Ultrasound PRN

Graham Regional Medical Center•Graham, TX

About The Position

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing, academic experience, and clinic experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARDMS certification(s) which is the standard of practice in ultrasound. INTERACTION Primarily Interacts with: administration, physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, visitors, vendors and volunteers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Operate sonographic equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by the physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures to facilitate the highest quality of patient care. Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Use independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Analyze of sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician. Maintain a daily log of patients seen / complete exam billing forms. Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives and infection control policies. Assure ultrasound and all equipment necessary for radiographic procedures is in optimal condition. Contact equipment service companies when necessary for repair. Maintain sonographic services in accordance with standards established by the hospital and with State and Federal standards, which may apply. Receive requests and performs secretarial duties in absence of department secretary. Prepare ultrasound room and gather supplies for procedures. File reports and distribute copies of reports to proper destination, as requested. Provide exemplary customer service. Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA. Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee relations, inter-departmental objectives and infection control policies. Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities. Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form. Attend meetings as required. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma required
ARRT (S) or ARDMS RVT (Vascular) Licensure required
Basic Life Support Certification
One year of experience in radiology preferred.
Ultrasound experience preferred.
Must be committed to quality and patient safety at all times.
Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English.
General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Must be effective at adjusting to change, prioritizing duties, handling stress and effectively communicating face-to-face and/or over the telephone.
Must be able to work independently, and flexibly, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
Must be able to manage several interruptions throughout the shift.
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
Must have strong time management skills.
Must be able to work under pressure while interacting in a helpful, courteous manner with a high degree of patient contact.
Sufficient hearing, vision and dexterity to perform duties safely.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in radiology preferred.
Ultrasound experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate sonographic equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by the physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures to facilitate the highest quality of patient care.
Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Use independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyze of sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Maintain a daily log of patients seen / complete exam billing forms.
Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives and infection control policies.
Assure ultrasound and all equipment necessary for radiographic procedures is in optimal condition.
Contact equipment service companies when necessary for repair.
Maintain sonographic services in accordance with standards established by the hospital and with State and Federal standards, which may apply.
Receive requests and performs secretarial duties in absence of department secretary.
Prepare ultrasound room and gather supplies for procedures.
File reports and distribute copies of reports to proper destination, as requested.
Provide exemplary customer service.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee relations, inter-departmental objectives and infection control policies.
Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities.
Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
Attend meetings as required.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.