Ultrasound Technologist (Echo/Vascular) - PRN

Encompass Medical Group•Kansas City, MO

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Encompass Medical Group is a primary care provider group dedicated to the highest standards of healthcare excellence across its five offices in the Kansas City metro area. They are seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist (Echo/Vascular) for their Premier Imaging department, located at the Wornall office. This role involves performing quality ultrasound and Doppler examinations to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment, providing patient care, evaluating images, participating in quality assurance, and maintaining credentials.

Requirements

Graduate of Ultrasound Technology program accredited by the JCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology)
Certification by the ARRT(S) or ARDMS or registry eligible
Echo and vascular experience required
Must be registered in general ultrasound and/or vascular ultrasound.

Responsibilities

Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure to provide appropriate imaging services.
Confirms patient identification and pregnancy status when appropriate.
Performs diagnostic ultrasound and vascular procedures using professional judgement and discretion.
Determines appropriate use of shielding or other accessory equipment.
Administers first aid or provides life support in emergency situations.
Monitors the patient’s physical and mental status during the procedure.
Operates ultrasound equipment/devices, performs accurate anatomical investigation using the ultrasound imaging technique to properly image abnormalities.
Documents patient data, procedures, and relevant information as determined by practice standards.
Evaluates ultrasound images for proper technical quality.
Produces additional imaging as needed to provide appropriate outcome.
Performs and documents quality assurance activities based on established quality protocols.
Provides health care services with respect for patient’s dignity and age-specific needs.
Adheres to accepted standards, policies, and procedures adopted by the profession and regulated by law.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Practices infection control, prevent cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
Maintains appropriate credentials, continuing education, and certification related to clinical practice.
Understands how to verify that reports are in the EMR chart and completed in a timely fashion.
Performs proper charging in the EMR for examinations performed.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.