Ultrasound Technologist (Franklin, LA)

Bayou Bend Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayou Bend Health System is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic sonographic exams under the direction of the Medical Director and the Director of Radiology. You will generate ultrasound images, monitor patient safety, and follow established protocols to support accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include educating patients, coordinating scheduling with other departments, and ensuring efficient, high-quality exams while maintaining compassionate patient care in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or completion of an ultrasound program.
• Active ARDMS or CCI-RCS certification with required registries.
• Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Ability to obtain patient history and explain procedures.
• Perform procedures efficiently while maintaining quality.
• Coordinate ultrasound scheduling with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Produce ultrasound images to aid diagnosis.
• Monitor safety of patient and staff.
• Screen patients using established protocols.
• Operate equipment safely according to policy.
• Provide pre- and post-exam education to patients and families.

Skills

Ultrasound knowledge

Patient education

Workflow coordination

Safety monitoring

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or ultrasound program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION The Ultrasound Technologist, under the direction of the Medical Director and the Director of Radiology, performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasound equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical physiological, pathological, and anatomical 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 post exam education to patients and family

DESIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or completion of an ultrasound program.
• Licensure: American Registry of Diagnostic Sonography Registry, Active and unrestricted A.R.D.M.S certification OR CCI-RCS, 1 Specialty Registries, Basic Life Support, BLS–HCP
• Exhibits working knowledge of all Ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Refers to physician orders/chart for any special instructions that may be indicated.
• Routinely questions the patient before procedure to obtain patient history.
• Explains procedures completely to facilitate cooperation and alleviate anxiety.
• Performs all procedures in an efficient and timely manner 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