201143 - WMCH-Ultrasound Tech

WVU Medicine

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs high-quality sonographic procedures and a variety of technical procedures requiring sound judgment and initiative to apply ultrasound for diagnosis. Performs color Doppler vascular exams as well as abdominal, OB/GYN, and small-parts exams. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required, including departmental, surgery, Cath Lab, and portable exams. The position works in a clinical environment and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift.

Requirements

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
One ARDMS specialty certification in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Pediatric Sonography (PS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Breast, or Musculoskeletal (MSK).
CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to sit for extended periods.
Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
Hearing sufficient to function without lip reading; hearing aids are permitted.
Corrected visual acuity sufficient for distant and near objects, including reading small print.
Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
Ability to interact cooperatively with the healthcare team and contribute to shared group goals.

Nice To Haves

One year of sonographer experience.

Responsibilities

Explain tests to patients and instruct and assist them in assuming the physical position for examination.
Maintain the assigned work area, report equipment that is not in proper working condition, routinely check cords and carts for safety, and maintain JCAHO standards for ultrasound.
Produce high-quality ultrasound scans according to protocols and physicians’ orders in a timely manner; select transducers and adjust equipment controls to suit the organ, depth of field, and test specifications.
Maintain working knowledge of scanning equipment to maximize image quality and expedite exams; move the transducer over the specified body area and monitor the display for image quality.
Assist radiologists with patient procedures.
Maintain required records and prepare charge vouchers; track, record, and follow through electronic record systems.
Send completed images to PACS.
Keep ARDMS CME points updated.
Participate in departmental in-service education.
Provide direction to and assist in cross-training technologists.
Comply with hospital and department policies.
Perform related duties as assigned, including statistics, research, scheduling, and quality assurance.
Use sterile and isolation techniques to prevent cross-contamination and adhere to OSHA standards.
Assess patient information in the RMS system; maintain accurate charges and records; access patient lab records as needed; verify insurance pre-certification when required; log off computers after use; and complete and scan orders and paperwork into PACS.
Provide age-appropriate patient care and education, applying knowledge of growth and development and assessing individual patient needs across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
When required, remove oxygen tubing from a wall gauge, attach it to an oxygen tank, and adjust the tank flow meter as ordered by a physician.