ThedaCare

Integrated health system with 20 hospitals.

Ultrasound Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeShawano, WI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
Hospital experience is required.
Hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support or Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
Be registered, registry eligible, or eligible for registration with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Ultrasound, or Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
If registry eligible, obtain registration within six months of hire.
Be able to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
The position involves exposure to blood-borne pathogens while performing job duties.
The position involves frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments; occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and electrical-shock risk; possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents; occasional high noise levels; and occasional contact with aggressive or combative patients.
Use computers throughout the workday and frequently use a keyboard and perform repetitive shoulder, arm, wrist, and hand motions while scanning patients.
Frequent sitting with movement through the department and hospital is required.

Responsibilities

Perform general, OB-GYN, and vascular examinations in a variety of settings and on patients of all ages.
Evaluate images to ensure acceptable diagnostic quality.
Adhere to safety and quality standards and use proper ergonomic techniques.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and pathophysiology, and critical thinking, to select appropriate imaging techniques and acquire required images using established protocols.
Adapt to changing or unusual circumstances and care for patients and families in varied settings to support their comfort and safety.
Use critical thinking and ensure order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
Complete documentation accurately and on time in accordance with department policies and procedures, including image management and documentation in the electronic medical record.
Follow ALARA radiation-safety principles, use mobilization and immobilization devices, follow safe patient-handling and infection-prevention practices, use proper personal protective equipment, and follow hand hygiene requirements.
Assist providers in diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Why ThedaCare?

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –

Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support

Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

The Ultrasound Technologist performs general, OB-GYN, and vascular exams in a variety of settings and on patients of all ages. Evaluates images to ensure they are of acceptable diagnostic quality. Adheres to ThedaCare safety and quality standards, and uses proper ergonomic techniques.

Job Description:

SCHEDULE:

Hours of operation: Sun - Sat

Workdays:

Wed 12pm - 8pm

Thurs 8am - 4:30pm

Fr 8am - 4:30pmi

Call: Yes - 1 weekday per week

Weekend Call: Yes

Weekend/Holiday Rotation: About every 6th weekend

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Applies knowledge of anatomy and pathophysiology, and critical thinking to implement appropriate imaging techniques using established protocols to acquire required images.
Adjusts to changing or unusual circumstances and cares for patients and families in a variety of settings to ensure their comfort and safety.
Applies critical thinking skills and ensures order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy or procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.
Practices safety at all times, which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for team members and patients using mobilization and immobilization devices, following safe patient handling practices, following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment), and following hand hygiene to comply with government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
Assists providers in diagnostic and interventional procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program
Hospital experience
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) registered or registry eligible or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Ultrasound) registered or registry eligible or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) registered or registry eligible
If registry eligible, MUST be registered within six months of date of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
Occasional high noise level in work environment
Occasional contact with aggressive and/or combative patients
Use of computers throughout the work day
Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers
Repetitive motion of shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands while scanning patients
Frequent sitting with movement through department/hospital

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Scheduled FTE:

0.6

Location:

ThedaCare Medical Center - Shawano - Shawano,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt:

Worker Shift Details:

Variable

About the Company

ThedaCare

Integrated health system with 20 hospitals.

ThedaCare is an integrated health system in Wisconsin that runs 20 hospitals and 360+ outpatient locations, serving about half of the state's population with primary and specialty care. It connects its facilities so clinicians coordinate patient care, prevention, and treatment across the network. It partners with the Medical College of Wisconsin to form the region's academic medical center, supporting medical research and education to speed up new treatments. Its goal is to improve community health by predicting health needs, preventing illness, and delivering high-quality, trusted care through community partnerships.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Appleton, WI
Founded: 1909

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