About The Position
Under the direction of the Supervisor and Radiologist, the Ultrasound Tech performs sonographic procedures at a technical level that does not require constant supervision. The role involves applying sound judgment and initiative to perform ultrasound procedures for diagnostic purposes, including color Doppler vascular, abdominal, OB/GYN, and small-parts exams. The employee assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., following a 3-2-2 schedule, with every other weekend and no call. The work takes place in a clinical environment at Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, West Virginia.
Requirements
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- At least 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.
- One year of sonographer experience.
- Interpersonal skills to communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict effectively.
- Ability to interact cooperatively with the health care team and contribute to shared goals.
- Ability to sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 40 pounds.
- Hearing ability sufficient to function without lip reading; hearing aids are permitted.
- Corrected visual acuity adequate for distant and near objects and individuals, including reading small print.
Responsibilities
- Explain tests to patients and instruct and assist them in assuming the proper position for examination.
- Maintain the assigned work area, report equipment that is not in proper working condition, and perform routine safety checks of cords and other equipment.
- Produce high-quality ultrasound scans according to protocols and physician orders in a timely manner; select transducers and adjust equipment controls based on 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 area and monitor the display to assess the ultrasonic pattern.
- Assist Radiologists with patient procedures.
- Maintain required records and prepare charge vouchers; track patients and procedures through RMS and SMS systems.
- Develop films properly and match them with patient requests.
- Keep ARDMS continuing medical education points current.
- 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 and maintain accurate patient information in RMS, including charges and updates; access patient laboratory records through SMS as needed; verify insurance pre-certification for procedures that require it; and log off after computer use.
- Provide age-appropriate patient care and education by applying knowledge of growth and development, assessing patient status and age-specific needs, and providing appropriate treatment across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
