Ultrasound Technologist - Outpatient Radiology

CHRISTUS Health•Henderson, TX

10d

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, supports other imaging technologists as needed, and helps facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The role requires moving, setting up, and operating medical ultrasound equipment. The technologist must be flexible to work other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting basic maintenance, participating in quality assurance, and resolving issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. The technologist is expected to participate in ongoing education, safety practices, and technical advances within their scope of licensure, and to maintain imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent.
Basic computer experience.
Within one year of hire, obtain one of the following: Sonography (S) by ARRT; Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS; or Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS.
BLS certification is required.
State licensure is required if working in New Mexico.

Nice To Haves

One year of ultrasound scanning experience.
One of the following additional credentials, along with a required credential: Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT; Breast Sonography (BS) by ARRT; Breast (BR) RDMS by ARDMS; Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS; or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS.

Responsibilities

Meet the expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Demonstrate adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
Follow administrative and departmental policies regarding behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
Collaborate with management, coworkers, and physicians to promote staff growth, development, employee engagement, and an optimal work environment.
Provide meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians to promote physician satisfaction.
Protect patient confidentiality and disclose confidential information only when necessary to perform assigned duties.
Adapt patient assessment, treatment, and care methods to accommodate each patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and developmental needs.
Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of care established by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
Perform examinations and procedures as needed to assist patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s licenses, certifications, and documented competencies.
Work other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
Ensure completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
Follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate issues to the PACS administrator or designee when needed.
Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel, and complete appropriate follow-up.
Perform other duties as assigned.