Ultrasonographer Technologist - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts, Per Diem

Dartmouth Health•New London, NH

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures Responsibilities General Diagnostic Procedures: Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department. Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs. Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock. Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam. Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined. Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately. Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System. Working knowledge of CD Burning. Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner. Transports patients to and from the department. Maintains a clean and orderly environment. Able to note when order and inclination will not be correct. Administrative: Uses computer to access reports. Follows protocols for releasing of images. Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc. Works with administrative support for invasive procedure scheduling Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs. Participates in annual surveys and inspections Able to teach/aid students. Special Testing Demonstrates competency on performing all ultrasound procedures and use of the equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of AS reporting system. Follows proper protocol for the Trophon Disinfection System. Assists with the ultrasound accreditation process. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. 0-1 year experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred Registered/licensed with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with RVT (registered vascular technologist) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire Required Licensure/Certifications REQUIRED LICENSE(S): Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: (BLS) Basic Life Support REQUIRED REGISTRATION(S): American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered/licensed with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with RVT (registered vascular technologist) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire

Nice To Haves

0-1 year experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department.
Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs.
Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock.
Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam.
Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined.
Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System.
Working knowledge of CD Burning.
Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
Transports patients to and from the department.
Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
Uses computer to access reports.
Follows protocols for releasing of images.
Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc.
Works with administrative support for invasive procedure scheduling
Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs.
Participates in annual surveys and inspections
Able to teach/aid students.
Demonstrates competency on performing all ultrasound procedures and use of the equipment.
Demonstrates knowledge of AS reporting system.
Follows proper protocol for the Trophon Disinfection System.
Assists with the ultrasound accreditation process.