Registered Ultrasound Technologist, Ultrasound Antepartum Testing - 40 hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health•Madison, WI

1d•$43 - $69•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $42.83 - $69.24 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. Schedule Details: Monday through Friday Scheduled Hours: 8-7p Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 24 Cost Center: 10010 - 3568 Ultrasound Antepartum Testing Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Performs all types of Ultrasound procedures based upon department needs.

Requirements

Specialized post-secondary training required.
Registration required by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), with specific certifications in OB/GYN areas required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates proficiency in OB/GYN areas of responsibility may be substituted for the above requirements providing, as a condition of employment, that ARDMS specific registration and certifications are obtained within 9 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs specialized or general procedures according to established AIUM (American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine) guidelines.
Operates all types of Ultrasound equipment. Performs portable exams, if indicated, in various areas throughout the hospital to include the Operating Room and Intensive Care Units. Records images and makes hard copies if applicable.
Serves as a resource to Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP’s) and students.
Assists in the care and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Maintains
Clean and safe work area. Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown to supervisor.
Provides appropriate patient care. Interviews patients for required information. Explains procedures to patients to ensure their understanding, cooperation, comfort and to optimize test results. Positions patients as required. Exercises care when moving patients to ensure their comfort and safety.
Maintains patient records and statistics accurately.
Labels sonograms properly to assist in diagnosis and to ensure correct identification. Provides test information to physicians. Notifies physicians immediately of results revealing patient risks.
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.