Ultrasonographer Technologist - Days - Sign-On Bonus

Thedacare • Town of Farmington, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasonographer & Echocardiographer Technologist performs general, OB-GYN, vascular, and echocardiography exams in a variety of settings and on patients of all ages. Evaluates images to ensure they are of acceptable diagnostic quality. Adheres to ThedaCare safety and quality standards, and uses proper ergonomic techniques. This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus or Tuition repayment. Please apply to the position to learn more about these opportunities. Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm with a 3 day and 4 day rotation every other week depending on department need. 1 night of call per week, and every fourth weekend call coverage. Learn about Thedacare Waupaca: •Critical access hospital – trauma and stroke readiness Full imaging department – CT, MRI, X-ray (fluoro and surgery), US, Echo, Dexa, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine 8 bed Emergency Room 16 bed MedSurg, 4 ICU beds, 1 Hospice suite 3 OR rooms Family birth center Many specialty areas – General surgery, urology, podiatry, Ortho, Wound care, Cardiac and pulmonary rehab, PT and OT, cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, hematology, Cancer care services

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound and/or echocardiography program
• Hospital experience
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) registered or registry eligible or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Ultrasound) registered or registry eligible or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) registered or registry eligible
• If registry eligible, MUST be registered within six months of date of hire

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of anatomy and pathophysiology, and uses critical thinking to implement appropriate imaging techniques using established protocols to acquire required images.
• Applies critical thinking skills and ensures order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
• Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy or procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.
• Practices safety at all times, which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for team members and patients using mobilization and immobilization devices, following safe patient handling practices, following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment), and following hand hygiene to comply with government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
• Adjusts to changing or unusual circumstances, and is able to care for patients in a variety of settings to ensure their comfort and safety.
• Assists providers in diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement
• e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
• Access & Affordability
• e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees