Ultrasound Technologist

JOB SUMMARY:

Promotes quality patient care through the performance of diagnostic/invasive ultrasound and peripheral vascular procedures utilizing appropriate techniques, sonography, both general and vascular, established protocols, physician direction and age specific guidelines. Maintains thorough knowledge of ultrasound equipment, biopsy instruments, supplies, and quality assurance guidelines and applies such knowledge in day-to-day performance of duties.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently supports and communicates the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Medical Center.
• Follows the St. Joseph Medical Center Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
• Prepares patient for procedure by noting appropriate medical history, carefully screening patients and modifying protocols as necessary, noting the correct physician orders and maintaining rigid adherence to department safety standards.
• Adjust personal schedule to accommodate department workload including on-call when required. Assists others in department as time and schedule permits.
• Performs daily calibrations of equipment, cleans work area after each patient/shift, stock supplies as needed. Maintains all equipment in safe and satisfactory working order.
• Provides Radiologist/Physician with assistance during complex or invasive procedures, including room and supply preparation.
• Consistently able to respond to high volume situations in addition to routine schedule without sacrificing accuracy/quality. Completes PTO and payroll requests in a timely manner. Must meet modality specific departmental standards.
• Displays a cooperative attitude and communicates effectively with Radiologists, other Medical Imaging areas and/or other hospital departments to expedite patient care.
• Completes order entry and exam data entry functions in radiology information management system. Must be able to access and retrieve information from PACS system.
• Supportive of the compliance program set forth by SJMC and demonstrated by:
  • Upholds the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance.
  • Adheres to and helps to enforce all compliance policies relevant to his/her area.
  • Assures timely compliance education as requested by the Compliance Officer and/or through corporate initiatives.
• Sets an example for all staff in their daily activities.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year scanning experience (requirement may be met through completion of clinical phase of ultrasound training)

LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification
• ARDMS or registry eligible and ARDMS within 2 years of hire date

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

• Graduate from an approved/accredited School of Ultrasound Technology required.

SKILLS:

• Sonography, both general and vascular
• Technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to area to effectively communicate with physicians, health team members, patients and families.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision, to independently carry out the duties of the position.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages are preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge

Houston's oldest hospital is GROWING

Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.

Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you with access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.

Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your healthcare journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.