Ultrasonographer - as needed Weekends
About The Position
The Ultrasonographer works in a level II trauma acute care setting and performs a wide range of ultrasound examinations, including general ultrasound, breast, and OB/GYN exams. The role involves responding to patient questions and concerns about procedures while protecting the confidentiality of personal health information. The Ultrasonographer is responsible for daily ultrasound lab operations, including patient scheduling, equipment maintenance and failure reporting, and quality assessment. The position requires maintaining high medical ethics and pursuing ongoing learning to keep up with developments in the field, disease knowledge, and procedures.
Requirements
- Upon hire, hold either Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification from ARDMS (OB or AB) or ARRT Sonography certification (S or BS).
- Upon hire, hold CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
- Participate in call rotation, weekend shifts, and irregular shifts.
- Work or float at more than one work location.
Nice To Haves
- Ultrasound experience.
Responsibilities
- Use imaging equipment and sound waves to form images for diagnosis.
- Produce quality images according to appropriate protocols and procedures, and provide and maintain clinical documentation within the scope of practice.
- Educate patients and families about procedures; explain procedures and independently perform ultrasound exams according to established protocols.
- Evaluate image quality and interpret captured images; present images and preliminary findings to physicians.
- Maintain ultrasound equipment, sterilize the room, perform and evaluate equipment quality-control measurements, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure it functions.
- Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and materials to prevent interruption of services.
- Understand and adhere to applicable regulatory and accrediting standards, follow RHS policies and procedures, and report variances.
- Manage daily ultrasound lab operations, including patient scheduling, equipment maintenance, reporting equipment failures, and quality assessment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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