Ultrasound Technician (per diem)

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital•Burke, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technician, or Sonographer, is responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions. Their duties include calibrating and manipulating ultrasound equipment to conduct appointments, taking pictures or videos of potential abnormalities and discreetly notifying medical personnel if they identify something concerning.

Requirements

Experience required in a hospital based setting required
Continuing education required to maintain certification
Self-motivated & directed with regard to increasing level of understanding and knowledge.
Effective oral and written professional communications skills.
Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times.
Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required
BLS - American Heart Association required

Responsibilities

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
Coordinates work schedule with Radiology Supervisor to assure workload coverage
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care
Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department which includes patient schedule
Maintains a daily log of patients seen/completes exams
Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals
Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician
Maintains clean equipment and reports equipment failures to the Radiology Supervisor
Practices Standard Precautions. Follows regulations, policies and guidelines on the prevention of infections; does not eat or drink in patient care areas.
Maintains confidentiality of information; abides by HIPAA regulations.
Maintains a professional image and follows Hospital’s policy on uniforms; consistently wears hospital ID.
Demonstrates reliable, on-time attendance, which is an essential function of all jobs at Burke.
Completes mandatory annual learning (Learning Harbor) within deadline.
Personally adheres to Burke C.A.R.E.S. philosophy by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect and exceeding expectations through service excellence.
Performs other job related duties as assigned.