Ultrasound Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Job summary

San Ramon Regional Medical Center is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for per diem shifts in the Ultrasound department. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound exams, ensuring patient safety, and assisting radiologists as required.

On-call availability is required with a 30-minute arrival window. The candidate should have graduated from an accredited ultrasound program, hold BLS, and be ARRT/ARDMS certified or progressing toward certification within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• One year of clinical ultrasound experience in an acute care setting OR successful completion of a clinical rotation in a Tenet Healthcare facility preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider.
• Must possess ARRT or ARDMS; if ARRT, must be ARDMS certified within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical diagnostic ultrasound procedures as ordered by physicians; positions appropriately; selects correct transducer; adjusts factors for depth and organ scanned; obtains and labels images.
• Schedules patients as necessary; explains procedures to patients to ensure cooperation and optimum results; reschedules as needed.
• Performs biopsy and interventional procedures competently, independently and without supervision.
• Maintains ultrasound service per Radiology Department guidelines and pre-determined radiologist protocols.
• Reports equipment issues promptly and maintains proper record-keeping including radiologist worksheets.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Education

Accredited ultrasound program

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with San Ramon Regional Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At San Ramon Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Type: Per Diem

Job Shift: Rotate

Holiday Rotation:

Department: Ultrasound

Produces clinical diagnostic ultrasound films in the performance of a variety of technical procedures for ultrasound diagnosis. Responsible for patient care and safety. Assists physicians in the performance of procedures.
Assumes responsibility for designated procedures and equipment. Participates in orientation of Radiology Department staff. Works cooperatively with members of the health care team to maintain standards for professional Ultrasound practice in the clinical setting. On-call required; when on-call must arrive to the Hospital within 30 minutes

Responsibilities

• 1. Performs clinical diagnostic ultrasound procedures as ordered by the physicians; positions appropriately; selects correct transducer; adjusts technical factors depending on depth of field or organ to be scanned; obtains adequate images and labels images appropriately.
• 2. Schedules patients as necessary. Explains procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum tests results; re-schedule patients as necessary.
• 3. Performs biopsy and interventional procedures competently, independently and without supervision.
• 4. Maintains ultrasound service in accordance with the guidelines established by the Radiology Department,and performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to pre-determined protocols as set forth by the radiologists in the protocol manuals.
• 5. Responsible for the proper utilization of existing equipment and reporting repair problems promptly to the ultrasound supervisor.
• 6. Maintains proper records including Radiologist worksheets and prepares reports as needed.
• 7. Maintains proper level of supplies.
• 8. Follows departmental directives in accordance with job functions.
• 9. Performs and/or participates in the Radiology services Process Improvement, Quality Assurance,Quality Control and MQSA activities as may be required.
• 10. Conforms, performs and/or participates in all mandated and/or voluntary programs of the Radiology services to comply with the provisions of JCAHO, DHS, and any regulatory agency requirements.
• 11. Verbalizes and/or demonstrates knowledge of clinical information and practices essential to assuming provision of age‑specific care from neonate to geriatrics

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Minimum Experience/Skills:

• One (1) year of clinical experience in ultrasound in an acute care setting OR successful completion of a clinical rotation in a Tenet Healthcare facility preferred.

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

• Must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment:
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association;
• Must possess ARRT or ARDMS. If ARRT, must be certified with ARDMS within 12 months of hire

Organization Description

San Ramon Regional Medical Center is a 123-bed acute care hospital known for providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. San Ramon Regional Medical Center provides award-winning heart care programs, joint and spine surgery programs including advanced minimally-invasive surgical treatments, a Level II Special Care Nursery, and robotic surgery. Join our team!

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