ULTRASOUND TECH

1 month ago

Hartselle, United States Cullman Regional Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Hartselle Emergency Department - Hartselle, AL

Position Type
PRN - .3

Job Shift
Any

Description

Job Summary:
  • Demonstrate complete knowledge of all US procedures, equipment, positioning and scanning.
  • Efficiently perform all US techniques and exams to include but not limited to abdominal, retroperitoneal, obstetric and gynecological, breast and minor surgical exams.
  • Verify correct images and worksheets are in place and available for interpretation in PACS system.
  • Properly track patients in computer system to ensure accurate billing.
  • Properly instruct and position patients for exams and acquire acceptable diagnostic images for interpretation.
  • Recognize the need for the control/assessment of pain and falls for patients and help prevent or reduce patient pain levels and falls when possible. Report occurrences of medical/healthcare errors and action taken to improve patient safety both in response to occurrences and to proactive findings as outlined in Patient Safety Plan.
  • Assist physician with procedures as required including intraoperative procedures.
  • Label and date specimen as directed by hospital protocol.
  • Maintain a flexible schedule. Work additional shifts/hours during high census, adverse weather, and employee absences/vacancies as requested. Perform all other duties as assigned or requested.
  • Transport patients to DGI and properly communicate hand-off to nursing staff.
  • Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
  • Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.


Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an approved school of ultrasonography or otherwise on-the-job training and be registered ARRT. On-the-job training under the supervision of a qualified technologist. Organizational and communication skills required.

Experience:

Ultrasound experience with extensive knowledge of ultrasound examinations and skills to operate ultrasound equipment.

Additional Skills/Abilities:

Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact with patients, patients' families, visitors, salesmen, physicians and the public.