Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic, Specialty Bakersfield Per Diem, Variable

Adventist Health • Bakersfield, CA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital since 1999, Adventist Health
Specialty Bakersfield is building upon a legacy of exceptional heart care and
expanding our ability to better serve Kern County for decades to come. We are
comprised of a 47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac
catheterization labs and offer a range of specialty services to the community.
As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable
housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is
just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central
California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and
amusement parks.

Job Summary:

Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols
as directed by physicians. Produces images of internal body tissues in order to
diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions such as heart disease, pregnancy
and cancer. Supervises and mentors ultrasound personnel. Maintains equipment.

Requirements

• Diploma/certificate from an Ultrasound college/school: Required
• ACR Accredited Sites: All sonographers must be certified and currently registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics (OB) or Vascular (RVT); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI-RVS); or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography (S) or (VS) within one year of hire: Required in CA and HI (with multiple areas Preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or CCI Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) or ARRT-Vascular Sonography (ARRT-VS) or ARRT-Sonography (ARRT-S): Required

Responsibilities

• Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves to a prescribed area of the patient's body and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and motion of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology. Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses. Adheres to ultrasonic diagnostic procedures, precautions and standards.
• Provides direct patient care, including assessing patient condition and ability to cooperate. Positions patients and equipment, prepares patients for procedures and continually monitors and records vital signs. Observes for reactions and signs of impending complications and intervening as needed.
• Maintains accurate records, files and billing information. Ensures the integrity of patient medical images and data while adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.
• Prepares rooms and patients for subsequent ultrasound procedures.
• Verifies operational status of equipment prior to daily utilization.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed