Ultrasound Technologist II-PRN

At Houston Methodist, the Ultrasound Technologist II position is an experienced technologist who completes a variety of routine to complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures, including common and special ultrasound exams of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of ultrasound exams. The Ultrasound Technologist II serves as a mentor to the Ultrasound Technologist I and students, utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others.

It works independently, exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations, providing direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasound procedures. The role delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

Non-exempt

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

• Three years’ experience as a Ultrasound Technologist.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association.
• Must have one of the following certifications: RVT – Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RVS – Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI); RCS – Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); ARRT‑SON – Radiologic Technologist – Sonography (ARRT); RDMS‑OB – Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – OB/GYN (ARDMS); RDMS‑AB – Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Abdomen (ARDMS); RDMS‑BR – Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Breast (ARDMS).

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging/difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations, demonstrating sound judgment and executing above-average clinical skills.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems, including Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.
• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Guides and mentors Ultrasound Technologist I and students to build confidence in skills, knowledge, and abilities, using peer-to-peer accountability toward department goals for retention and employee engagement.
• Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written)…