Job Summary:
Provides health care services by applying sonic energy to assist in diagnosis. Performs Sonography procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by a Radiologist or a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditions in order to provide appropriate patient care to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure.
Job Responsibilities:
-Produce quality images for Radiologist s review with correct interpretation.
-Prepares copy of images and records image release in electronic health record.
-Verifies images archived to PACS and notifies PACS administrator of any issues.
-Send images to tele-radiology service after hours as instructed.
-Participate in image Peer Review with US Coordinator.
-Works with US Coordinator and Radiologist on ACR accreditation as needed.
-Assists US Coordinator, Radiology Manager, and Radiology Director in equipment and
software selections.
-Orders and/or restocks supplies and linens.
-Report all equipment malfunction to the proper personnel.
-Report any environmental safety concerns to proper personnel.
-Work with US Coordinator and vendors to schedule maintenance on equipment.
-Works with EHR team, US Coordinator, Radiology Manager and/or Radiology Director on changes/needs for the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
-Manages physical and financial resources within established guidelines. Includes monitoring supply inventory, assuring equipment properly maintained and proposal for budgeting items related to US.
-Stays up to date on regulatory standards and changes.
-Verifies orders, verifies patient name/birth date and history.
-Documents all incidents related to patient care on in electronic health records (example incident reports, medications given, etc.)
-Performs and documents time out procedure for invasive procedures.
-Follow department protocol for all exams.
-Provides initial interpretation for exams per department protocol.
-Works with transport and nursing units to coordinate patient exams.
-Continuously monitors the patient throughout the exam.
-Assist Radiologist and authorized providers with exams/procedures as necessary.
-Maintains a cohesive working relationship and spirit of cooperation with coworkers, other employees and related individuals.
-Sets a positive example for staff through professional knowledge, appearance, personal conduct and interactions.
-Maintains a professional working environment and follows all hospital policies and guideline recommendations.
-Follow and implement hospital policies and guideline recommendations.
-Proactively plans and execute daily patient flow and staff schedule.
-Provides supervision and instruction to ultrasound students on site for clinical rotation.
-Actively participates in training new employees in equipment functionality, exam protocols and modifications.
-Adheres to hospital and department dress codes, wearing safety shoes and other safety equipment as deemed appropriate.
-Attends all required safety training programs and describes his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job-related hazards, and national patient safety goals.
-Attend training and development classes and work site meetings as required by the Director, or their designer.
-Follows safety guidelines established by the accrediting and government agencies.
-Follows hospital wide and departmental infection control policies and procedures.
- knowledge of role in Life Safety Program and participates in fire drills as appropriate.
-knowledge of role in Emergency Preparedness Program. Participates in disaster drills, as appropriate. null
Skills: Required Skills & Experience:
-Less than one (1) year experience.
-Accepts responsibility for words, actions, attitude, and results while meeting deadlines and performance expectations.
-Practices effective, clear, and respectful communications (both verbal and written) and demonstrates attentiveness through active listening and engaged body language.
-Collaborates, respects, and cooperates with all co-workers, valuing differences and addressing concerns directly, while actively contributing to the vision and results of the team.
-Warmly, personally, and professionally greets all internal and external customers, promoting a high level of satisfaction by providing information about what to expect, actively listening, and intentionally following up on questions and concerns, including taking corrective action when necessary.
-Writing, verbal organizational and problem-solving skills.
-Ability to communicate diplomatically with other departments, peers, administrative and physicians leaders.
-Assertive, honest, dependable, self-motivated, creative and reality oriented with the ability to envision and adapt to the changes of health care.
-Respect for clinical expertise, critical thinking skills and leadership qualities.
-Ability and willingness to work flexible schedule whenever necessary.
-Computer skills with knowledge in collecting, analyzing and utilizing computerized data.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
-One (1) or two (2) years in Special Imaging in Ultrasound. null
Education: Required Education:
-Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Sonography program.
Preferred Education:
-N/A
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-BLS
And one of the following:
-ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Abdomen Certification.
-ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A null
Job Category: Clinical-Allied