Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - St. Rita's Medical Center - PRN

Mercy Health • Lima, OH

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About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques to produce images for interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. The role may require learning to perform vascular examinations, such as venous duplex scans. The technologist provides compassionate, timely direct patient care and, under Radiology leadership, performs technical procedures using ultrasound to help diagnose disease or pathology.

The technologist evaluates patients and verifies identification and procedure details; explains and prepares patients for examinations; and protects patient comfort, privacy, and safety. The role includes documenting impressions and relevant clinical information, acquiring images that demonstrate normal and pathological findings, and communicating findings to physicians. The technologist uses appropriate ultrasound modalities, develops proficiency in cross-sectional anatomy and related technology, and may perform other patient care duties.

The position also contributes to performance improvement and agency audits, supports student education and new-staff orientation, and performs high-level disinfection of probes in accordance with Joint Commission standards. The role requires favorable guest relations and promotion of the hospital’s values.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ultrasonography program and registry eligible with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or as a Sonographer with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certification or registration with ARRT or ARDMS is required.
• Read and interpret written and oral instructions, meet deadlines, prioritize work, and work independently.
• Identify and understand issues and problems; examine data, draw logical conclusions, and apply critical thinking.
• Communicate orally and in writing and organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
• Make decisions with significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact beyond that unit.
• Adapt flexibly to change, maintain ethical relationships and practices, build good working relationships, and receive constructive feedback.
• Follow the SDMS Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals and provide customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or AMA allied health training program in ultrasound.
• Advanced modality registration in Ultrasound Technology through ARDMS or ARRT; if not already obtained, it must be obtained within two years.
• One year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training in a picture archiving and communication system (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and verify patient identification and related information to ensure the appropriate procedure is performed.
• Explain procedures and prepare patients by obtaining and recording patient history and consent forms when applicable.
• Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedures; monitor the patient and medical equipment, and report changes to patient care services.
• Document sonographer impressions and relay findings to physicians.
• Obtain and record images demonstrating normal and pathological findings, and document pertinent information such as laboratory values and patient histories.
• Maintain clinical competency with patients across age groups, including newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, as required by the facility.
• Participate in performance improvement projects and assist the department with federal, state, and local agency audits.
• Participate in educating and instructing students and orienting new staff.
• Perform high-level disinfection of probes according to Joint Commission standards.
• Use ultrasound modalities appropriate to the anatomy being examined and develop proficiency in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding related technology.
• Promote favorable guest relations and the hospital’s values through daily work.
• Perform other related patient care duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree