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

Mercy Health • Lima, OH

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About The Position

Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization committed to enhancing the health and well-being of all people through exceptional patient care. Its culture is grounded in compassion, collaboration, excellence, respect, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship.

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 provides direct patient care compassionately and promptly and performs technical procedures using ultrasound to help diagnose disease or pathology. The technologist may be required to learn vascular examinations, such as venous duplex scans, and works under the direction of Radiology leadership.

The position is PRN at St. Rita's Medical Center in the Radiology department. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ultrasonography program.
• Be registry eligible with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or as a Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certification or registration with ARRT or ARDMS.
• 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 ideas into understandable terminology.
• Make decisions that significantly affect the immediate work unit and monitor impacts beyond it.
• Adapt 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 completion of an American Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in ultrasound.
• Advanced modality registration in ultrasound technology through ARDMS or ARRT; if not already held, it must be obtained within two years.
• One year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Training in picture archiving communication system (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and verify their identification and related information to ensure the appropriate procedure is performed.
• Explain procedures, prepare patients, and obtain and record 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 lab values and patient histories.
• Maintain clinical competency for 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 successful federal, state, and local agency audits.
• Participate in student education and instruction and orient new staff.
• Perform high-level disinfection of probes in accordance with Joint Commission standards.
• Use ultrasound modalities appropriate to the anatomy being examined.
• Develop proficiency in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding related technology.
• Promote favorable guest relations and hospital 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.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree