Ultrasound Tech

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Tech provides healthcare services using sonic energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment, performing ultrasonic imaging and related procedures in OB/GYN, abdomen, breast, vascular, and small-parts applications. The role demonstrates anatomy for interpretation or intervention by, or at the request of, a licensed practitioner; exercises professional judgment; maintains conduct complementary to medical ethics; and provides appropriate patient care while recognizing conditions essential to successful procedures. An Advanced User is a member of the Diagnostic Imaging team with in-depth knowledge of ultrasound clinical applications, workflow, and related principles. Advanced Users provide in-house training resources for peers, vendors, and applications personnel. More than one Advanced User may be designated for a modality as needed. The position is in Diagnostic Imaging, reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager and Assistant Manager, and lists a Wednesday and Thursday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., as needed. Compensation is listed as $46.26 to $77.46 per hour.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree from a Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)-accredited sonography program, or equivalent.
OBMI and ARDMS registered US Sonographer.
Current BLS certification.
Minimum of 2 years of ultrasound experience.
Ability to meet the position's physical and sensory demands, including auditory, visual, tactile, communication, and motor-coordination abilities; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; continuous walking and standing; lifting up to 50 pounds independently; frequently pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning objects or patients up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting or transferring of individuals over 100 pounds using appropriate techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance.
Ability to work in an indoor healthcare environment with frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, following safety protocols and using PPE as required.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic sonography procedures.
Corroborate the patient's clinical history with the procedure and ensure the information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
Prepare patients for procedures and provide instructions to achieve desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Select and operate ultrasound equipment and associated devices to achieve desired results.
Position patients and equipment to best demonstrate the area of interest while respecting the patient's ability and comfort.
Immobilize patients as required for examinations.
Determine ultrasonic frequencies and appropriate transducers for the area of interest.
Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded.
Verify informed consent for interventional procedures and assist a licensed practitioner with them.
Practice aseptic techniques as necessary.
Provide for patients' physical and emotional needs during procedures.
Where permitted by state statute or institutional policy, prepare, identify, and/or administer contrast media or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Initiate basic life support action when necessary.
Maintain knowledge of and observe Universal Precautions.
Provide patient education.
Assist with recordkeeping while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
Take responsibility for the assigned area and report equipment malfunctions.
Provide input on equipment purchases and supply decisions.
Provide practical instruction to students and/or other healthcare professionals.
Participate in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan and, when assigned, perform specific quality-control duties.
When assigned, control inventory and purchase supplies for the assigned area.
Understand and apply patient-relations skills.
Pursue continuing education needed to maintain licensure or certification.
Support the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
Participate in required DNV program education as applicable to the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.