WA - Ultrasound Technician - Days

Job Description:

Job Summary
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARDMS certification(s) which is the standard of practice in ultrasound.
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities
1. * Coordinates program activities to ensure consistent delivery of quality patient-centered care and efficient operations in support of hospital goals and objectives.
2. * Leads the development, implementation, ongoing assessment and improvement of Sonography programs, patient-care protocols, standards of care, policies and procedures. Monitors outcomes; identifies opportunities/gaps and initiates appropriate enhancements and/or corrections. Disseminates new or revised policies, procedures and initiatives.
3. * Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians as required. Coordinates with other staff as appropriate to ensure patient care is provided.
4. * Engages with both internal and external partners to advance the SPMC mission and vision. Participates in professional groups/associations. Participates in or leads SPMC work groups, projects and committees as assigned.
5. * Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
*Essential Job Function
Staff Member Responsibilities
1. * Builds and Maintains Relationships
Actively gets to know direct-reports and peers. Customizes interactions to meet the needs of different groups. Demonstrates the ability to build alignment and commitment within and across functions to achieve common goals; encourages others to work collaboratively. Surfaces and resolves conflicts in a timely and constructive manner; seeks to understand others' points of view.
2. * Communicates a Compelling Vision and Direction
Engages staff to understand and support the SPMC mission and vision; ignites the passion of individual team members to advance the vision. Effectively uses a variety of tools to motivate and inspire action.
3. * Demonstrates Effective Management Skills
Accurately and timely executes managerial tasks, such as: Manages financial resources effectively. Maintains equipment and physical space. Manages department to meet service and performance expectations. Maintains appropriate staffing levels and competency of staff. Monitors and manages staff performance, satisfaction and engagement. Maintains accurate and complete paper and electronic records. Initiates actions to improve data integrity and standardization of processes. Develops and monitors department performance indicators; provides regular reports to leadership. Develops/recommends strategies to address areas of concern. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws.
4. * Develops Self and Others
Pursues personal and professional development. Maintains professional skills and awareness of regulatory changes, compliance issues, innovations and developments through research and training/continuing education opportunities. Serves as a professional resource and subject matter expert. Reflects on successes and failures and applies lessons learned. Trains, develops, and guides employees; provides honest and clear feedback regarding strengths, weaknesses and areas for development. Encourages employees to reflect on their successes and failures and identify lessons learned.
5. * Drives Results
Ensures team understanding of roles and accountabilities; aligns efforts; monitors, recognizes & rewards progress. Translates ideas into concrete actions; inspires followers; mobilizes resources; anticipates potential problems and develops contingency plans to overcome them. Works across organizational boundaries to achieve desired results; concentrates on outcomes rather than activities; delivers measurable results, on time and within budget.
6. * Fosters an Environment of Trust and Integrity
Consistently behaves in a respectful, open, fair, and objective manner. Takes others perspectives and emotions into account. Honors confidentiality; effectively manages triangulation. Follows through on commitments. Leads by example.
7. * Leads Innovation
Applies research, benchmarks, and creativity to identify and implement departmental innovations.
8. * Manages Change
Recognizes and responds promptly to changes in workload or circumstance, adjusting assignments or workflow as necessary to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency Demonstrates tolerance and adaptability when dealing with ambiguous situations. Applies basic change management concepts to engage direct reports in understanding and adopting change.
9. * Thinks Strategically
Actively participates in strategic planning activities. Develops departmental plans and strategies to address current and future challenges and opportunities. Educates and involves direct-reports in strategic planning.
Organizational Responsibilities
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.
Required Education and Experience
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
• Three years of experience required, five years of experience preferred. Experience should include routine, vascular, OB and breast ultrasonography.
Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations
1. ctive certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty(ies) as appropriate.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
1. dvanced working knowledge of sonography practices. Demonstrated competence in clinical skills; ability to perform, evaluate and teach required sonography tasks.
2. dvanced working knowledge of sonography department operations and services.
3. bility to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, caregivers, patients and community members. Strong leadership, facilitation, delegation, and coaching skills.
4. Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment.
5. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records in a timely manner.
6. bility to work independently performing a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, systems-thinking, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills.
Physical Requirements
Never = 0% of time
Seldom = 1-10%
Occasional = 10-30%
Frequent = 30-70%
Constant = over 70%
Lifting 35 lbs
X
Carrying 35 lbs
X
Pushing/Pulling 0-35 lbs
X
Sitting
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Bending/Stooping
X
Crouching
X
Vision
Within normal range with or without corrective devices
Hearing
Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
Speech
Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Days, Mon-Fri, 8 hours

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
Less than 1 year

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
40

Specialty Type:
Diagnostic Imaging

Sub Specialty:
Ultrasound Technologist General ab/ob small parts

General Certifications:
BLS/BCLS

Bilingual:
No

EMR Used:
EPIC

Holiday Coverage Required:
No