Ultrasound Technologist

Description

Introduction: last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Ultrasound Technologist with Lewis Gale Hospital Alleghany you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

• Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Responsible for cleaning ultrasound transducers and QC documentation.
• Prepares patient for the procedure, gathering relevant information for documentation and scanning (orders, questionnaires, consents).
• Uses appropriate thermoregulation, using warmed ultrasonic gel.
• Practices radiation safety in radiography of patients.
• Evaluates images for optimal technical quality prior to sending to PACS. Is proficient in all PACS and digital imaging applications. Reviews studies as needed with the radiologist to determine any need for additional imaging.
• Prepares ultrasound rooms with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure.
• Assists physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Administers contrast media, as required, and performs eMAR functions as necessary.
• Performs quality control procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Maintains established departmental policies/procedures, objectives, performance improvement measures, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Participates in the Patient Satisfaction Survey process.
• Performs Time‑Out procedure as needed.
• Performs medication reconciliation as needed.
• Performs patient assessments, obtaining pertinent patient information and history.
• Assists with patient transport and transfer as needed, assuring patient comfort and safety at all times.
• Provides patient and family education as necessary.
• Maintains orderly and clean work area. Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis.
• Performs clerical, reception and scheduling duties as necessary.
• Operates Meditech, other computers, printers and copiers with proficiency.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature and in‑services to meet the continuing education requirements of the ARRT or other professional organizations.
• Attends and participates in departmental and hospital wide meetings, as designated.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, other departments and the medical staff. Follows standards of behavior.
• Able to access MSDS sheets.

Performs other related duties as assigned or required.