Ultrasound Tech PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) savings plan

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

The Ultrasound Technologist at BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER in Marble Falls TX, under radiologist supervision, performs ultrasound exams in ambulatory and hospital settings as requested for diagnosis.

You'll maintain imaging quality, follow safety protocols, explain procedures to patients, and prepare patients and equipment for examinations while adhering to departmental policies and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of experience preferred.
• BLS certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT or equivalent certification as specified per role.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality ultrasound procedures according to exam protocol.
• Prepares patient and area for procedures and positions patient appropriately.
• Explains the procedure to patients and obtains consent as required.
• Maintains equipment and adheres to safety and infection-control policies.
• Documents requisitions, patient history, shielding precautions, and policies.
• Maintains imaging records and adheres to PACS/EMR workflows.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient communication

Safety procedures

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

PACS

EMR

Job description

LOCATION: BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER, MARBLE FALLS TX

DEPT: RADIOLOGY

SCHEDULE: PRN

Job Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist or physician, performs ultrasound procedures, performs ultrasound procedures in ambulatory and/or hospital environment as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Performs high quality ultrasound procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.

Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.

Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.

Protects patients and team members by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.

Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.

Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.

Imaging team members are expected to adhere to policies, procedures and workflows. These system workflows include, but are not limited to PACS, EMR, image exchange systems, modality worklist integrity, record management, and BioMed services.

Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Able to perform high quality ultrasound procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.

Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.

Able to provide services timely, accurately, and cost-efficiently in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.

Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.

Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.

Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.

Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.

Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.

Able to serve as trainer by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.

Able to take call, if required.

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• ARRT-BS Breast Sonography (ARRT-BS), ARRT-S Sonography (ARRT-S), Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSK), Reg Diag Med Sono-Abdomen (AB) (RDMS-AB), Reg Diag Med Sono-Breast (BR) (RDMS-BR), Reg Diag Med Sono-OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS-OB), Registered Vascular Sonographe (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT): Registered in one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers ARDMS (OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR) or (MSK) or (RVT) OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(S) or (BS) OR the Cardio Credentialing Intl. CCI (RVS).