Ultrasound Technologist

Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board Inc • Rapid City, SD

5d

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing radiographic, ultrasound, and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians and other licensed medical providers in the diagnosis of disease and injuries in the Oyate Health Center (OHC) patients.

Requirements

• Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.
• Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural, and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
• Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.
• Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations as applies to position.
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTLHB staff.
• Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.
• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.
• Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.
• Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.
• Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities.
• Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.
• Promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle.
• Graduate of an Accredited Program of Ultrasound Technology and one year of experience in the occupational field to understand the major duties of the position and answer questions and resolve problems.
• Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) from the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM).
• Current BLS certification for health care providers or obtained within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must successfully pass a criminal and background check and a pre-employment drug screen.
• Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Responsibilities

• Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
• Explains process to patient and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination, maintaining sensitivity in patient contact.
• Explains process to patient and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination, maintaining sensitivity in patient contact.
• Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
• Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Sends images to be stored in the PACS system.
• Sends images and reports to order physicians and requesting facilities.
• Assists radiologist or physician in reading or evaluating results.
• Responsible for proper maintenance and performance of ultrasound equipment. Maintains proper documentation on file.
• Maintains digital image and data management system required for processing ultrasound exams.
• Established and maintains a variety of files and records relating to ultrasound activities and functions.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies.
• Maintain effective, collaborative interdepartmental and external relations.
• Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed