ULTRASOUND SONOGRAPHER - MEDICAL IMAGING DEPARTMENT

Johnson Memorial Hospital•Franklin, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Sonographer performs ultrasound and other radiologic procedures for inpatients and outpatients with a wide range of conditions and acuity levels according to scope of education and licensure. This role requires the ability to demonstrate appropriate technical skills when administering procedures as associated with department policies and procedures and/or as needed by physician. Practices radiation safety in accordance to ALARA principles for protection. The sonographer compassionately gives patient care to provide comfort and well-being to the patient acknowledging physiological and psychological needs through policy and procedures governing department. This role prioritizes and performs duties to complete daily assignments in an appropriate and timely manner, completes documentation thoroughly, legibly and accurately according to department guidelines and in a timely manner. Actively participates in charge capture/cost containment activities according to specialty area expectations. Ensures that designated work area is clean and stocked with supplies on an ongoing basis. Operates equipment correctly and reports any needed repairs. Participates in orientation, education and self-development, including student training. Searches for better ways of doing things by recommending and /or initiating suggestions for improvement of departmental operations and/or services provided. Works well with others and supports team efforts. Provides excellent service to all customers (Internal and External). Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility in accepting work assignments. Responds positively to changing circumstances. Shows proficiency in use of the JMH and radiology information systems pertaining to job specific functions. Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and JMH policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.

Requirements

Graduation from a two-year post-high school education program at an approved ultrasound school or an approved school of radiology.
ARRT or ARDMS credentials required or must be obtained within one year of employment.
Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Nice To Haves

Two years of previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs ultrasound and other radiologic procedures for inpatients and out-patients with a wide-range of conditions and acuity levels according to scope of education and licensure.
Demonstrates ability and appropriate technical skills when administering procedures as associated with department policies and procedures and/or as needed by physician.
Practices radiation safety in accordance to ALARA principles for protection.
Compassionately gives patient care to provide comfort and well-being to the patient acknowledging physiological and psychological needs through policy and procedures governing department.
Prioritizes and performs duties to complete daily assignments in an appropriate and timely manner.
Completes documentation thoroughly, legibly and accurately according to department guidelines and in a timely manner.
Actively participates in charge capture/cost containment activities according to specialty area expectations.
Ensures that designated work area is clean and stocked with supplies on an ongoing basis.
Operates equipment correctly and reports any needed repairs.
Participates in orientation, education and self-development, including student training.
Searches for better ways of doing things by recommending and /or initiating suggestions for improvement of departmental operations and/or services provided.
Works well with others and supports team efforts.
Provides excellent service to all customers (Internal and External).
Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility in accepting work assignments.
Responds positively to changing circumstances.
Shows proficiency in use of the JMH and radiology information systems pertaining to job specific functions.
Conducts all activities in con1pliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and JMH policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.