Ultrasound Technologist

Description

Ultrasound tech will perform procedures and examinations in hospital radiology departments under the direction of radiologists and other medical officers to produce ultrasound studies which are used in medical diagnosis to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions or lesions within the body. Ultrasound technologists receive and interpret requests and/or instructions for ultrasound procedures; gain the cooperation of patients; operate ultrasound equipment. This position requires knowledge of ultrasound protection standards; knowledge of the function of the major divisions of the skeletal system and major organs; basic pathology.

Understands preps and time requirements for ultrasound exams. Assists the radiology clerk in various clerical aspects. Able to take call, work weekends, Holidays and evenings as needed.

SPESIFICATIONS

· Participates in a variety of ultrasound procedures, the calculation of results, and the maintenance, review, and application of associated computer programs.

· If applicable, participates in learning and training of new modalities beyond initial hire, which may include additional Ultrasound, Cat Scan, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, and MRI.

· Assists with new procedures, protocols, guidelines, and techniques to improve patient care and customer satisfaction

· Acquires adequate knowledge of the patients’ medical history to understand and relate to their illnesses, being responsive to those concerns, and the fears associated with the use of ultrasound

· Recognizes emergency patient conditions and initiates life saving measures when appropriate

· Deals with public, staff, and physicians in a courteous, professional manner at all times.

· Alerts Centralized Scheduling when add-on exams are scheduled.

· Consults with the Radiologist, physicians, and staff concerning radiology, ultrasound and quality management procedures, techniques, and protocols

· Assists with making CD’S and telerading images to appropriate outside facility. Knows how to operate scanner and has basic trouble shooting skills for Novarad equipment.

· Helps with reception duties; answering phone, taking messages, paging overhead, and transferring calls as needed.

· Assists with film control duties; pulling films, filing films, and checking films in and out of the facility.

· Assists in maintaining department records, reports, and files.

· Assists in keepings office stocked with clerical supplies and radiology forms

· Applies knowledge of ultrasound physics and safety regulations 

· Acquires pertinent information from patient charts, hospital records, and appointment history using hospital based computer programs

· Works independent of others and in a timely manner

· Maintains inventory of supplies and reorders as needed

· Recognizes maintenance of equipment, confirms equipment malfunctions, and notifies radiology manager so appropriate steps can be made to restore equipment to proper service

· Participates in departmental inspection conducted by various licensing, regulatory, and accrediting agencies.

· Functions as a team member and assists the other departments within Diagnostic Imaging when necessary, or when patient load permits.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Greets all patients, visitors, physicians, and other staff members in a courteous, respectful and professional manner at all time. Responds to all patients with empathy and positive interpersonal skills at all times.
2. Reports for scheduled shift on time and prepared to assume responsibilities.

• Reports to work in proper uniform/attire.
• Leaves for meal break on time and returns on time.
• Varies work schedule to meet the needs of the department.
• Ensures the department manager has approved all scheduled overtime.
• Seek supervisor approval before working beyond scheduled hours that will result in overtime.
• Schedules all time off with supervisor’s approval.
• Strictly adheres to hospital attendance/tardiness policies 100% of the time.
• Performs all duties as assigned.
• Wears I.D. badge in a visible location at all times on hospital property.
• Protects I.D. and access badge and reports any issues or loss immediately to supervisor or to the Human Resource Department.

3. Attends and participates in meetings and is responsible for information communicated at meetings and in email.

• Attends all mandatory in service on a timely basis as scheduled.
• Participates as an active team member at staff meetings.
• Reads communications and acts upon in a positive and informative manner.

4. Identifies own educational needs and maintains appropriate skill level through educational opportunities.

5. Exercise a commitment to practicing behaviors that are in agreement with the spirit of cooperation and reflect the values described in the Code of Mutual Respect and Professionalism.

6. Assists all patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a professional and courteous manner.

• Extends special attention and sensitivity to all patients, visitors, physicians, and fellow employees.
• Actively promote diversity and inclusion across organization for both patients and coworkers while avoiding any language or actions considered to be discriminatory or derogatory regarding race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.
• Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation and teamwork with other departments and community partners.
• Demonstrates a genuine willingness to prevent or resolve inter-personal conflicts.
• Demonstrates the ability to participate in and/or implement team decisions.
• Adheres to HIPAA and all applicable privacy laws at all times, only sharing information on a “need to know” basis.

7. Follows Infection Control procedures at all times.

• Clinical Personnel: Strictly adheres to standard precautions by adhering to the usage of personal protective equipment when handling blood or body fluids.
• Non-Clinical Personnel: Washes hands and other skin surfaces with soap and water thoroughly and often in an effort to control spreading of germs within the department and facility.
• Adheres to isolation procedures at all times as applicable.

8. Adheres to the following environmental care standards.

• Demonstrates adequate knowledge of safety policies and procedures, the use of MSDS sheets, hazardous material procedures, and safety codes.
• Code Blue, Code Gray, Code Silver, Code Amber, Code Red, Code Orange, Rapid Response Team
• Demonstrates adequate knowledge of security issues, i.e. personal protection, protection of personal and hospital property.

9. Be familiar with and comply with the Mid-Valley Hospital & Clinic Personnel Handbook and Policies.

10. Be familiar with the collective bargaining agreement (Union Contract) of the UFCW 21 and Mid-Valley Hospital.

11. Demonstrates the ability to adapt to varied age-specific patient populations.

• Non-Clinical Personnel: This position has no responsibility for the assessment, treatment, or care of patients. However, the ability to communicate and interact with patients of all ages is required.

Requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Must have completed Ultrasound degree.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous Ultrasound experience required.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION:

ARDMS Registry Qualified

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work projects effectively and efficiently; independently as indicated. Must have flexible schedule to meet the demands of the department. Computer literacy is essential. Good phone skills. Able to pull call, work weekends, holidays.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This person spends 95% of their time in temperature controlled office space. The potential for exposure to biohazardous agents or exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other potential infectious agents is minimal to none. This position requires contact with patients and staff under a wide variety of circumstances. 

WAGE AND COMPENSATION

Wage range $32.32  hr.- $52.96  hr.  -  DOE  Plus $ 5,000 Sign on Bonus

Mid-Valley Hospital offers a benefit package. This includes accrued vacation time in the amount of .076923 vacation hours per hour worked.  Accrued sick leave at an accrual of .04615 per hour, Life insurance and a profit-sharing plan. We also offer medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Employees can enroll in a 403(b) deferred compensation plan and/or a 457 deferred compensation plan.