Ultrasound Tech (Sonographer)

Bleckley Memorial Hospital; Cochran (GA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bleckley Memorial Hospital seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform high-quality ultrasound exams across abdomen, obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, and cardiac studies in a patient-centered department.

Graduate of an accredited program with ARDMS registration is required; AB and OB/GYN are preferred, AE and/or RDCS preferred. Minimum three years of experience is preferred, with dedication to infection control and accurate documentation.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• ARDMS registration required; AB and OB/GYN preferred; AE and/or RDCS preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations per physician orders and departmental protocols.
• Conducts abdominal, small parts, obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, and other specialty studies.
• Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and other cardiac ultrasound procedures as required.
• Maintains patient records and documents examinations in EMR and PACS.
• Assists physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures as needed.

Conocimientos

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Echocardiography

Patient Care

Medical Imaging Equipment

Infection Control

Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Organization & Time Management

Professionalism

Customer Focus

Confidentiality

Bedside Manner

Medical Teamwork

Educación

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Herramientas

ARDMS Registration

Descripción del empleo

Performs the necessary job duties to provide high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional customer service.

Job Duties:

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and established departmental protocols.
• Performs general ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, small parts, obstetric, gynecological, vascular, and other specialty studies as appropriate.
• Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and other cardiac ultrasound procedures as required.
• Operates ultrasound imaging equipment and associated devices.
• Selects appropriate imaging techniques and adjusts equipment settings to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
• Positions and assists patients as needed to obtain quality examinations while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
• Evaluates ultrasound images for technical quality and completeness prior to submission for interpretation.
• Assists physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures as needed.
• Maintains patient records and accurately documents examinations in the electronic medical record and PACS.
• Practices infection prevention and maintains aseptic technique as appropriate.
• Assumes responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients while in the Medical Imaging Department.
• Recognizes emergency situations and initiates appropriate life support measures when necessary.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and reports equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Maintains an orderly, clean, and safe work environment.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned work areas.
• Promotes a climate conducive to learning for co-workers and students.
• Assists personnel with patient care as needed.
• Rotates schedules within the department and other shifts as required.
• Assists and/or transports patients using wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.
• Is able to safely lift up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Requests assistance when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Current registration with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required. Registry in Abdomen (AB) and Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN) preferred. Registry in Adult Echocardiography (AE) and/or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) preferred.

Training/Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of diagnostic medical sonography experience preferred. Experience performing general ultrasound examinations and echocardiography is required.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Echocardiography
• Patient Care
• Medical Imaging Equipment
• Infection Control
• Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Verbal Communication
• Organization and Time Management
• Professionalism
• Customer Focus
• Confidentiality
• Bedside Manner
• Medical Teamwork