Sonographer ! Ultrasound Glendale Quick ! Ultrasound Type Glendale

Shift: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Nights, 8:30pm-7am

Posting #: 1058784

Employee Type:
Full-Time

Position Summary

This position performs a variety of ultrasound imaging procedures to provide data for diagnosis and monitoring of disease and injuries in accordance withall applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. Requires competency in a variety of equipment and technology. Performs duties in arange of acute care pediatric-centered settings.

Position Duties

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations on patients for interpretation by a radiologist. Determines proper technique and positioning to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards, protocols, and procedures. Follows department triage guidelines based on patient acuity and exam prioritization. Maintains a safe environment for patients and families, and advocates appropriately. Identifies and troubleshoots machine malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations of ultrasound equipment. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate.
• Creates a detailed report to include pertinent medical history,ultrasound findings, and measurements for presentation to interpreting physicians. Report is clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
• Interacts professionally and projects a positive image of the ultrasound team. Provides ultrasound safety information to patients, families, and all other affected parties to ensure thorough understanding of the study being performed.
• Maintains professional and technical competency through thecontinual pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments inthe field of ultrasound.
• Performs finalizing functions using radiology information system(RIS) to facilitate timely and accurate results and charge capture.
  
  Archives records in accordance with Radiologist(s) specifications.
• Participates in re-stocking and room turn over to provide for efficient, effective, and safe department operations. Follows established infection prevention policies and procedures forproper transducer cleaning.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed. Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Graduate of an accreduited ultrasound program Required Yes No Experience Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

1. Completion of an ultrasound clinical rotation through an ultrasound program Required Yes No 2. Previous pediatric experience Preferred Yes No…