Ultrasound Technologist

Fairview Health Services•Maplewood, MN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic Ultrasound exams under the direction of a Radiologist. This is a .8 FTE (64 hours per 2 weeks) position that will work the following schedule: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11AM - 7:30PM, Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11AM - 7:30PM. If the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 3pm – 11pm, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $6.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
Regist Diag Med Sonographer within 90 Days
Registered in Vascular (RVT) within 1 year of hire

Nice To Haves

1 year hospital-based experience
Proficiency in breast, general, interventional, OB and vascular ultrasound

Responsibilities

Performs a wide variety of thorough, diagnostic ultrasound exams.
Educates patients prior to and throughout their ultrasound exam. Ensures all patient questions are answered and focuses on minimizing patient anxiety.
Prepares for exams prior to patient's arrival. This includes reading the provider s order, reviewing pertinent medical history, consulting with clinician or radiologist, preparing paperwork and gathering supplies.
Facilitates the performance of interventional procedures such as reading the provider s order, gathering medical history, coordinating care with other departments, setting up correct equipment and supplies, using proper sterile technique and communicating appropriately with performing physician.
Makes quick and patient focused decisions in times of high patient volume and rapid change.
Keeps patient environment and workspace clean and organized, which includes stocking linen and supplies in an organized and timely manner.
Completes requisitions and charges for supplies in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring our patients receive prompt diagnosis and care.
Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements.