PRN Ultrasound Tech NE Hospital (Humble)

Memorial Hermann Health System; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas seeks an ultrasound technologist to perform ultrasound procedures used by physicians for diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires graduation from an accredited radiologic technology or sonography program, and active certification as a sonographer with ARRT, ARDMS, or related bodies, with BLS. You will prepare patients, obtain quality images, monitor data, and participate in quality assurance and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Sonography Technology.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Registration in ARRT-S, ARRT-VS, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RCIS, RCS, RVS, RCCS or ARRT-BS.
• If vascular studies are performed, must obtain vascular registry within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound/sonography procedures on patients.
• Prepares and positions patients; selects imaging techniques; ensures image quality.
• Enters and monitors patient data.
• Performs QA on ultrasound equipment and supports accreditation.
• Identifies and reports accidents or equipment malfunctions.
• Takes emergency call within the department.
• Adheres to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards; maintains budgetary considerations.
• Promotes professional growth; serves as a mentor and resource.
• Demonstrates compassionate and personalized patient care; supports service standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient handling

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology or Sonography program

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

This position performs ultrasound procedures to be used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Sonography Technology.

License/Certification

• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required.
• One of the following required:
• Registered Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-S) or
• Registered Vascular Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-VS) or
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International or
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International or
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International or
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International; or
• Registered Breast Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-BS).
• For facilities performing routine vascular studies, incumbent must be registered for vascular ultrasound. Must obtain vascular registry by the end of the month following 12 months of hire/transfer date. Registry options include: ARRT (VS), CCI (RVS) and ARDMS (RVT).

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs ultrasound/sonography procedures on patients: prepares patients for the exam, explains procedure, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
• Enters and monitors patient data.
• Performs quality assurance on the ultrasound equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
• Takes emergency call within the department.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.