Ultrasonographer - Outpatient Pavilion

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Daytime Hours | Rotating Weekend & On-Call Coverage Summary of the Job: Manipulates ultrasound equipment, using knowledge of positioning patients and general anatomy and physiology as well as the ability for processing these images. Must be proficient in OB, GYN, Abdominal, vascular and small body parts. Must be registry eligible for same. Responsible for the tracking of each study and the PACS acquisition of the study performed. Selects technical factors necessary to produce optimum quality ultrasound images; surveys with measurements of anatomical body part, processes those images and performs a variety of other duties consistent with providing quality ultrasound services.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited ultrasound technology program, or 10 years of Ultrasound experience.
• Must be registered or registry eligible for one of the following: ultrasound physics, OB/GYN, abdomen, vascular and small body parts.
• Must be ARDMS registry eligible with completion of one registration within 1 year from date of hire.
• Vascular registration is preferred in addition to the above mentioned registries.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with patients of all types and ages.
• Must possess strong guest relations skills.
• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
• Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – lifting, reaching, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%)- carrying, pushing/pulling, handling/feeling, talking Occasionally (1%-33%)- climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling

Nice To Haves

• One year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manipulates ultrasound equipment, using knowledge of positioning patients and general anatomy and physiology as well as the ability for processing these images.
• Proficient in OB, GYN, Abdominal, vascular and small body parts.
• Responsible for the tracking of each study and the PACS acquisition of the study performed.
• Selects technical factors necessary to produce optimum quality ultrasound images; surveys with measurements of anatomical body part, processes those images and performs a variety of other duties consistent with providing quality ultrasound services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed