Ultrasound Technologist- Per Diem

American Addiction Centers

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist position at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. The role requires picking up at least one shift per pay period, one call shift (F-Sun) twice a month, and flexibility with availability. The pay range is $41.10 - $61.65.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited AMA School of Sonography
Knowledge of HIS system
Basic knowledge of RIS systems
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to interact with customers from all levels
Certified by Radiologic Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
CPR certification
New hire must be ARDMS certified within 1 years of hire.
Must be able to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care
High degree of technical skills
Must be able to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities
Must be conscientious in practicing high quality patient care
Ability to lift and/or move patients.
Heavy lifting: lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints
May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases
Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week
Must be able to deal with extremely ill patients
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

1 year experience as a Sonographer preferred

Responsibilities

Determination of appropriate image scan technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices.
Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures immobilizes and support devices as needed to tactfully perform procedures.
Determines appropriate image technique based on anatomy and patient’s condition to obtain quality films to provide to the radiologists.
Secures history from patient regarding reason for prescribed test and records on appropriate form for the radiologist’s review.
Operation of more advanced and sophisticated Ultrasound equipment.
Assists radiologists with U/S procedures to include the more advanced and specialty procedures (i.e. liver and breast imaging, etc.) requiring additional experience and knowledge.
Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care.
Maintains compliance with established safety standards to protect patients and staff at all times.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness for assigned room on a daily basis.
Assures accuracy of exam performed and requisition.
Performs clerical duties such as maintaining adequate patient records, answering phones, scheduling examinations, giving instructions to patients in preparation for examination to provide smooth and continuous departmental services.
Operates safely U/S equipment as required.
Coordination of quality control areas (checking U/S films to ensure optimal quality, disseminating exams to U/S Technologist, etc.).
Labels U/S films according to department quality assurance standards and criteria.
Prepares sedation/needles as necessary following prescribed procedures.
Coordinates the flow of patients into and out of the department in accordance with established departmental procedures.
Transports patients into and out of department as necessary.
Checks film quality to assure optimal quality is attained and correct film labeling is provided.
Performs quality control activities, responds to inquiries, coordinates patient flow, and communicates with staff radiologists and other hospital personnel to ensure exams are completed in a timely fashion.
Prepares U/S suite for procedures, maintains equipment, and supplies as required.
Monitors inventory of supplies and linen to ensure an adequate level is available for overall departmental usage.
Provision of instruction and orientation to students, technologists, and new technologists to effectively participate in the assessment of their performance reviews.
Provides direction and instruction to U/S Technologist in need of assistance with specific procedures.
Provision of inservices to the technical staff in order to maintain technical competence.
Provides inservices to staff to ensure competence is maintained and (new information the hospital has sponsored someone to acquire through a formal inservice or seminar) is shared with everyone it may apply to.
Participation in problem-solving issues addressing patients, department operations, quality assurance procedures, interdepartmental relationships, and employee morale.
Maintains positive “guest relations” and telephone etiquette following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current CPR certification/RDMS certification.
Assumption of leadership role in absence of Senior Tech to ensure continuity of department policies & procedures.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs
medical
dental
vision
life
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program