Ultrasound Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist in the Ultrasound Department. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound exams, preparing and labeling images, and assisting physicians in procedures.

On-call availability within 30 minutes is required, with rotation shifts and a focus on patient safety and quality care. Candidates should have graduated from an accredited ultrasound program and possess or be eligible for ARRT/ARDMS credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• On-call requirement with 30-minute arrival time.
• Maintains ultrasound service per Radiology Department protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound procedures as ordered by physicians; position patient; select transducer; adjust factors; obtain and label images.
• Schedule patients as necessary and explain procedures to ensure cooperation.
• Perform biopsy and interventional procedures competently and independently.
• Maintain equipment, records, supplies, and reports; report repair needs promptly.
• Participate in Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, and MQSA activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with JCAHO, DHS, and regulatory agency requirements.

Skills

Clinical ultrasound

Patient care

On-call duties

Radiology procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Job Details

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

• 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 participants 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

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