Ultrasound Tech-Multi-Reg​/PRN​/Miami Valley South

Job Title:

Ultrasound Tech-Multiple Registries Unit:
Medical Imaging Shift Facility Premier Health Mission

We Care. We Teach. We Innovate. We Serve.

To inspire better health

• Integrity
• Compassion
• Authenticity
• Respect
• Excellence

Independently performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures and ultrasound directed interventional procedures utilizing proper techniques and protocols. Works under their scope of practice and in accordance with registry in the operation of equipment. Coordinates patient flow and the activities of the Ultrasound Department. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of duties in order to maintain equipment in good working condition. May perform procedures in other imaging modalities based on departmental needs.

May have on call responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)

Supervises FTEs:
No

Number of FTEs Supervised: N/A

Exercises full management authority including performance reviews, discipline, termination and personnel hiring No

Fiscal Responsibilities (if applicable)

Annual Revenue in Dollars: N/A

Annual Expense in Dollars: N/A

Financial Accountability: N/A

• Infant (birth – less than 1 year)
• Pediatric/Adolescent (1 – less than 18 years)
• Adult (18 – 64 years)
• Geriatric (65 years & older)
• All Age Groups

Minimum Level of

Education Required:

Associate degree

• Type of degree:
  Allied Health
• Area of study or major:
  Ultrasonography
• Preferred educational qualifications:
  Associate degree or graduate of an accredited program
• Position specific testing requirement: N/A

• Credentialed in Ultrasound technology by one of the following (required):
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• ARDMS
  - Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or CCI (RVS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International, Registered Vascular Specialist
• Minimum of one additional registry in practiced specialties are required as approved by ARDMS:
  Abdomen, OB/GYN, muscular skeletal, Neurosonology, Breast
• CPR Certification required within 30 days of hire

Minimum Level of Experience

Required:

No prior job-related work experience

Prior job title or occupational experience: N/A

Prior specific functional responsibilities: N/A

Preferred experience:

2 years of experience in Ultrasound

Other experience requirements: N/A

• Proficient in performing diagnostic procedures and obtaining diagnostic images for physician interpretation
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Proficient in Radiology Information System (RIS) and Image Storage
• Advanced US applications

• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
• May be exposed to aggressive, violent behaviors from patients, family members, and/or visitors
• May be exposed to blood and body fluids, including those with tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, or body infestations
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions which may occur in emergency situations or with a heavy workload

• Pulling 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)
• Standing 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)
• Other sounds 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Twisting Frequently (41% - 75%)
• Reaching Frequently (41% - 75%)
• Visual Acuity Near Consistently (76% - 100%) Walking 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Manual Dexterity 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Visual Acuity Far 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Sitting
  - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Use both hands Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Vision Color Consistently (76% - 100%) Pushing 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Talking 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Concentrating 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Climbing 1 - Rarely (0% - 10%)
• Lifting 10 pounds 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Reading 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)
• Kneeling 1 - Rarely (0% - 10%)
• Normal hearing both ears 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)
• Thinking

• Possess skills, knowledge, and abilities to reach the mission, vision, and values of Premier Health.
• Demonstrates traits and behaviors including, but not limited to, Focusing on Patients/Customers, Walking the Talk, Being a Partner, Adding Skills/Abilities, Working Independently for all staff and Managing in a Changing Environment, Engaging the Workforce, and Managing & Improving Individual Performance for Management Staff.
• Performs in such a way to honor our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence.
• Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.
• Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
• Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.
• Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or…