Ultrasound Tech-Registered

Singing River Health System•Gulfport, MS

60d

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist-Registered performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data. Operates diagnostic equipment, and prepares the room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedures. Secondary duties include clerical duties, receptionist, answering the telephone, scheduling patients, ordering supplies, stocking the department, maintaining filings, and general cleaning. Assists in the collection of data for COI monitors. The Ultrasound Technologist-Registered (Float) will be required to work at all SRHS facilities. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers or Ultrasonographers.
Currently registered with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for Sonography required.
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities.
Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
The Ultrasound Technologist-Registered (Float) will be required to work at all SRHS facilities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Ultrasound Tech preferred.
Ultrasound Technologist-Registered (Float)/Premium Flex Ultrasound Technologist-Registered: Previous experience as an Ultrasound Tech required.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data.
Operates diagnostic equipment
Prepares the room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedures.
Clerical duties
Receptionist
Answering the telephone
Scheduling patients
Ordering supplies
Stocking the department
Maintaining filings
General cleaning
Assists in the collection of data for COI monitors.