Ultrasonographer - Ultrasound Heart Center

Position Status:
Full time Shift: First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours per week: 40 Job Information Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview Produces two-dimensional and three-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties.

• Completion of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program through an accredited organization or on the job training in ultrasound that led to registry.

• Customer service experience.

• Preferred Experience in a hospital or clinical setting.

• Experience utilizing imaging equipment.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - ARDMS ARDMS-Sonography or CCI-Sonography or ARRT-Sonography are also accepted dependent upon department.

• BLS required within 90 days of hire.

• Selects appropriate equipment/transducer for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination/protocol.
• Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
• Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and performs department exam protocols.
• Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.
• Accurately enters required data into Lumedx (PACS) system.
• Completes and participates in Quality Improvement evaluation as needed/assigned.
• Starts equipment, which produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
• Photographs images of organs shown on display module, or removes strip printout from equipment, to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
• Disinfects equipment and area.
• Participates in training of Washburn University students as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and performs proper high-level disinfection processes for probe care.
• Perform IV puncture, utilizing proper injection techniques while injecting endocardial border enhancing agents.
• Rotating call is a requirement of the position.
• Manhattan/Emporia exempt from call
• Selects and adds correct associated examination charges as needed.
• Displays a professional appearance.
• Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed tasks, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others.
• Willingly accepts various work assignments.
• Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions.
• Demonstrates an openness to change through suggestions and constructive criticism.
• Maintains CEUS for certification and seeks opportunities to improve knowledge base by attending departmental meetings, in-services, and other educational activities.

20% Travel to satellite locations as necessary.

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned

Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.

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