Ultrasound Technologist, 12-hour Night shift: Fridays 7p-730a

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Burlington, MA

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About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Under general supervision of the Operations Manager, and under the direction of a radiologist, can perform diagnostic ultrasound exams on patients on designated areas of the body as requested by a physician.

Requirements

• Education: Two year AMA accredited School of Diagnostic Ultra Sonography or grandfathered into profession with the ability to display competencies.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: RDMS required. Must attain RVT or RVS certification within 18 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Must be proficient in the use of Ultrasound equipment and competent in recognizing anatomy/pathology.
• Experience: 1-2 years in a large hospital setting preferred. Will train new graduate.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications/Licenses: Basic Life Support (BLS); American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of Diagnostic Ultrasound exams and procedures to produce images for the diagnosis and treatment of medical disorders.
• Obtains and documents necessary patient information or history in order to perform appropriate exam or procedure.
• Performs all Ultrasound exams with 100% accuracy.
• Using the Radiology Information System (RIS) tracks patients with 100% accuracy 98-100% of the time for the entire period the patient is in the department from patient arrival, through the beginning and completion of the exam to the departure from the department.
• Utilizing the PACS (Picture Archive Communication System) Ultra Sound work list, determines with 100% accuracy patient demographics and accession number.
• Ensures quality control of exams by using PACS.
• Evaluates images for diagnostic purposes, recognizing anatomy and pathology to determine need of additional images.
• Accurately follows department standards and protocols.
• Maintains Licensure and credentials as required by governing bodies.
• Maintains at all times a clean and safe environment for patients and colleagues.
• Readily and willingly contributes the team approach to provide optimal quality care for patients.
• Maintains technical efficiency in the operation of US diagnostic equipment.
• Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement into daily activities.
• Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
• Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
• Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
• Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer service standards.
• Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
• Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
• Performs other duties in support of the organization as required or directed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits.
• Support for achieving a healthy and balanced life.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees