Ultrasound Technologist II

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

3d • $36 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies. The Ultrasound Technologist II performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines. This includes clearly communicating and explaining the exam procedure to the patient and any family member present to ensure understanding and patient’s consent for the explained test. The technologist assesses the patient’s medical, cardiac or vascular status by taking a history before the exam, assembles a chart with the patient’s information, and enters information into the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR). All imaging studies are recorded (digital archive) for the Medical Director or their designee to review and interpret. The role also involves completing patient billing to ensure accurate and timely billing procedures, supporting department goals and objectives, and participating in the development of new programs. Additionally, the technologist practices according to safety and infection control policies, provides service excellence to customers, and incorporates quality assessment into daily work. Age-appropriate care is provided to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Specialized care is provided to patients at high risk for injury, including restraint care, pain management, and abuse assessment. The technologist also assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned department.

Requirements

• Completion of Sonography program and 2 or more ARDMS or CCI registries in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Breast, Echo, or Vascular.
• Graduate of an approved AS program in Medical Sonography or scheduled to graduate from approved BS program with RDMS(AS) certification
• 2-5 years’ experience in abdominal, musculoskeletal, breast and obstetrics and gynecology preferred
• BLS upon hire, RDMS(AB) within 12 months of hire
• One additional certification
• Compile statistics
• Compile paperwork to send to Medical Records for scanning into EMR
• Computer skills
• Billing studies upon end exam
• Answer phones using proper phone etiquette
• Various ultrasound and Doppler equipment to perform procedures
• Electronic Medical Record System
• Hospital telephone system
• Stress Case System, for Echocardiology departments
• Digital archiving
• Copy machine and other standard office equipment
• State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Pediatric Sonography (PS) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Eye shield/goggles
• Gown
• Lab Coat
• Mask
• Non-sterile medical gloves
• Sterile medical gloves
• Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients (can exceed 350 lbs on occasions)
• Periodic heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs).
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking/sitting required.
• Pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs)
• Manual dexterity, mobility and fine motor skills required.
• Intermittent exertion when performing studies.
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching required in performing job duties.
• Be able to adjust vision for varying degrees or room light.
• Bring objects into focus and see clearly at 20 inches or less.
• Be able to distinguish and identify multiple subtle shades of gray and different colors.
• Be able to distinguish and identify varying tones/pitch of an audible signal.

Nice To Haves

• 100% tuition benefit for additional certifications for full-time employees!
• Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines.
• Clearly communicates & explains the exam procedure to the patient and any family member present to insure understanding and patient’s consent for explained test.
• Assesses patient’s medical, cardiac or vascular status by taking a history before the exam.
• Assembles a chart with the patient’s information and enters information into the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Records all imaging studies (digital archive) for the Medical Director or his/her designee to review and interpret.
• Completes patient billing to insure accurate and timely billing procedures.
• Supports all functions, goals and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs.
• Participate in development of new diagnostic testing procedures to be performed in the department.
• Participates in the evaluation of new equipment for potential purchase.
• Educates residents and other medical or technical staff in the technical aspects, indications and limitations.
• Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, in-services, workshops, reading current publications, on line CME through various professional organizations & manufacturers and viewing videotaped education programs.
• Complete required CEUs to maintain specialty certification.
• Participates in research studies that require services of the department.
• Practices according to safety and infection control policies.
• Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
• Disinfects and cleans equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines and standards outlined by Infection Control and department policy, including high level disinfection (HLD).
• Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
• Reports risk management concerns.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all assigned annual hospital and department specific mandatory requirements.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates Care and Courtesy to all patients, family members, hospital and medical staff.
• Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to assure and promote a culture of safety
• Communicates Effectively and Maintains Confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy.
• Demonstrates Competence and Collaboration as outlined in the hospital policy.
• Provides Cost Effective Services: Minimizes overtime by scheduling and performing patient procedures in the most efficient manner (flex time).
• Appropriately uses/handles equipment and orders supplies to minimize expenditures on repairs, replacement items and inventory.
• Attends regularly scheduled hospital and department meetings that support and explain the Mission of St. Louis University Hospital and its operation.
• Assists in the daily collection of data for the department’s Performance Improvement Program (volume indicators monthly & quality indicators are based upon department operation & requested monitoring by the procedure review committee).
• Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within the facility.
• Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life.
• Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize waste to manager.
• Provides age-appropriate care to: Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.
• Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs.
• Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction.
• Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided.
• Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned.
• Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury.
• Restraint Care: Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.
• Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure.
• Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals.
• Provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.
• Provides for trail release and removal of restraint as soon as possible.
• Adhere to hospital policy Restraints.
• Pain Management: Follows pain management plan of care, e.g.: repositioning, message, immobilization, etc.
• Reports patient complaints of pain to the nursing staff and/or physician.
• Evaluates and addresses pain concerns in accordance with Pain Management Policy (see hospital policy on pain management).
• Abuse Assessment: Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.
• Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician and Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation.
• Adhere to hospital policy on Abuse and Neglect Clinical Assessment and Reporting.
• Assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned department.
• Utilizes work order entry system to report functions which need to be performed by housekeeping, maintenance and clinical engineering.
• Retrieves previously archived studies for viewing/printing as requested.
• Assists in clerical duties as required, including telephone responsibilities, processing of reports, posting/mailing of reports, filing, scheduling, etc.
• Participates in preparing and performing regular safety and infection control surveys.
• Reports non-compliant issues to manager/administrator and if necessary, safety or infection control director, and takes steps to correct deficiencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus: Up to $20,000 with 1 years’ experience ($15,000 with less than 1 year), payable within 30 days of start date.
• Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, & additional shifts
• 100% tuition benefit for additional certifications for full-time employees!
• Tuition Reimbursement: 100% tuition benefit for additional certifications for full-time employees!
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree