Ultrasound Technologist

Location:

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)

Shift:

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Responsible for independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing diagnostic examinations using sonography. Responsible for the delivery of high quality, cost effective imaging services. Performs imaging procedures in area of expertise. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range for their assigned area. Responsible for all regulatory requirements.

Job Duties:

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgement during the ultrasound exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal findings.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates impression to the radiologist.
• Seeks out new information and technologies to improve job performance.
• Communicates openly, honestly, directly and clearly.
• Provides appropriate information, gives feedback, and constructively assists in resolving conflicts.
• Makes decisions considering the impact on others; takes personal responsibility and demonstrates risk-taking behavior.
• Allocates decision-making at the appropriate level; involves others; build team trust and commitment.
• Communicates and supports decisions; evaluates past decisions to improve on further decisions.
• Participates in, accepts and supports team activities and decisions.
• Participates in learning activities.
• Fosters an environment of continuous learning; takes risks; helps others; contributes to the professional growth of the department.
• Ensures regulatory compliance is understood.
• Possesses the knowledge and experience to achieve success by continually working in compliance.
• Assures technical compliance with Joint Commission, Department of Health, National Research Council, and Department Environmental Protection regulations.
• Commits to placing the patient and customer first.
• Ensures the patient experience is a priority.
• Uses resources effectively to meet departmental goals.
• Recommends changes to improve efficiency, effectiveness and patient safety.
• Makes decisions considering the impact on others and the department Identifies problem-related equipment performance and calibration which results in substandard images.
• Notifies Technical Specialist and Team Leader.
• Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

Education:

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills:

Communication, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Equipment Management (Mem), Preceptor Skills, Radiation Safety, Radiology, Working Independently

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.