Ultrasound Technologist (Franklin, LA)

Bayou Bend Health; Franklin (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayou Bend Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic sonographic examinations using ultrasound equipment under the direction of the Medical Director and the Director of Radiology. You will locate, evaluate and record critical physiological, pathological, and anatomical data to aid in diagnosis.

Responsibilities include producing ultrasound images, ensuring patient and staff safety, screening patients per protocols, following departmental policies for safe equipment use,

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or completion of an ultrasound program.
• Active and unrestricted ARDMS certification OR CCI certification.
• Working knowledge of ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Ability to obtain patient history and explain procedures clearly.

Responsibilities

• Produces ultrasound images to aid in diagnosis.
• Monitors and ensures safety of patient and staff.
• Performs patient screening using established protocols.
• Follows department policy for safe operation of equipment.
• Provides pre- and post-exam education to patients and families.

Skills

Ultrasound equipment operation

Patient safety

Knowledge of protocols

Education

Accredited sonography program graduate

Tools

ARDMS/CCI certification

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Ultrasound Technologist, under the direction of the Medical Director and the Directorof Radiology, performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonicequipment to locate, evaluate and record critical physiological, pathological, andanatomical data.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Produces ultrasound images to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems
• Monitors and ensures safety of patient and staff
• Performs patient screening by using established protocols
• Utilizes departmental policy to perform safe operation of equipment and in all functions of the job
• Provides complete pre and postexameducation to patients and family

DESIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or completion of an ultrasoundprogram.
• Licensure: American Registry of Diagnostic Sonography Registry, Active and unrestrictedA.R.D.M.Scertification OR CCI-RCS, 1 Specialty Registries, Basic Life Support, BLS-HCP
• Exhibits working knowledge of all Ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Referstophysicianorders/chart for any special instructions that may beindicated.
• Routinely questions the patient before procedure to obtain patient history.
• Explainsprocedurescompletelytofacilitatecooperation and alleviate anxiety.
• Performs all procedures in an efficient andtimelymanner without compromising quality or the mission statement.
• Coordinates Ultrasound schedule with other areas to prevent patient waiting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Bayou Bend Health Systemto provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other regard as required by law.

This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.

Drug Testing

Bayou Bend Health Systemis an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a condition of employment all candidates must undergo and pass a post-offer drug screen. Failure to participate in the mandatory drug screen will void all offers of employment.

Department: 038 - RADIOLOGY
This is a prn position