Registered Ultrasound Tech - Per diem

Registered Ultrasound Tech – Per Diem

Fayette Medical Associates

Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams as ordered under the supervision of a radiologist. This role also involves training personnel and providing educational support to students and other healthcare professionals.

• Performs ultrasound studies: abdominal, retroperitoneal, obstetrics/gynecology, small parts, neonatal, vascular, and endocavity.
• Correlates clinical history with the test to be performed.
• Maintains CEUs required by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Provides clinical instruction of ultrasound students and other healthcare professionals.
• Provides imaging services through knowledge of PACS system to patients of all ages including maternal, neonate, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Performs duties necessary to maintain accreditation.
• Provides safe radiology services to self, patients and co-workers.
• Responds timely to all forms of communication.
• Provides assistance for patients and their families in the department and during transport as appropriate.
• Must be efficient in the use of all transport equipment, office equipment and related material essential to good patient care and reports any problems when necessary.
• Takes responsibility for care, cleaning and maintenance of transport equipment used in the transport of patients.
• Takes responsibility for supplies used in the transport of patients; i.e., O2 cylinders, warm blankets, etc.
• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• BLS required.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of ultrasound equipment, NIV equipment and accessories, cameras, patient procedural and patient care items, telephone, computer and calculator.
• Must have obtained certification as RDMS.
• Must obtain certification as RVT (RVS) within twenty-four (24) months of hire date.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

• Entry level

• Full-time

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