Registered Ultrasound Technologist, Antepartum Testing, 32 Hour, Days

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

12d•$35 - $62

About The Position

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. Under the supervision of the AVP of Diagnostic Imaging, coordinates patient flow and scheduling in the Ultrasound Department. Provides direct patient care services and other related functions in support of the department. Oversees the activities of the staff technologists. Provides training and technical assistance to staff within assigned work area. Performs independently within scope of department policies. Clinically works at the direction of a qualified Radiologist.

Requirements

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registered in at least one category required
Graduate of accredited school of Ultrasonography or Radiological Technology required
Minimum three (3) years of experience in diagnostic ultrasound under the direction of a qualified physician, preferably in a hospital setting
Previous lead/supervisory experience
Knowledge consistent with outlines in ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation
Displays good communication skills, initiative, versatility, and positive interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting, collaborating with peers to produce optimum results
Verbal and written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with coworkers, patients, and families
OR equivalent combination of the above Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the AVP of Diagnostic Services, coordinates the daily functioning of the Ultrasound staff, consistent with Hospital expectations and departmental policies and procedures.
Distributes and monitors the flow of work for an assigned group of employees.
Coordinates the staffing schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels are managed including on-call and holidays. Completes weekly payroll activities in the payroll system.
Assists management in ensuring assigned employees are provided with appropriate resources, materials, and methods.
Provides recommendations to management for the most efficient utilization of assigned resources to ensure proper coverage, caseloads, and appropriate patient care.
Relays work instruction from management.
Provides ongoing training and education in clinical skills to staff members in conjunction with the AVP of Diagnostic Imaging.
Provides input to performance appraisals and disciplinary process.
Properly performs all ultrasound techniques and examinations, consistent with the age of the patient, in in-patient or outpatient settings, in compliance with departmental and professional standards and protocols.
Gathers pertinent clinical data and maintains accurate patient records.
Accurately completes all records, paperwork, and billings and submits promptly.
Positions and transfers patients appropriately and assist physicians with interventional exams.
Promptly and properly completes exams, performs QC to images, and send exams to PACS for review by the radiologist.
Assists the radiologists with ultrasound guided interventional procedures.
Follows Universal protocol in accordance with hospital policy and procedures.
Assists in maintaining an orderly inventory and in arranging the purchase of needed supplies.
Monitors equipment to ensure that it remains in proper working order and ensures that proper supplies are available as needed.
Utilizes proper sterilization and cleansing of all probes according to department policy and procedures.
Assists with other job-related duties including urgent requests and scheduling.