Ultrasound Technologist-Full Time Midshift

capefearvalley; United States; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures across the department. You will assess patients, review orders, document history, and ensure safety and data integrity in the RIS.

Requires AMA-approved Sonography training, CPR, and ARRT/ARDMS eligibility where applicable. 1 year experience preferred; New grads must register within 12 months. EOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program.
• ARDMS or ARRT Sonography registry preferred; registration within 12 months if eligible.
• Current AHA CPR certification required.

Responsabilités

• Operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment competently.
• Assess patients and review orders for exam justification.
• Document symptoms and clinical history; obtain consent if needed.
• Prepare patients and communicate with supervising radiologist.

Connaissances

English Proficiency

Diagnostic Ultrasound

Patient Care

Communication

Formation

Sonography Program (AMA approved)

ARDMS/ARRT eligibility preferred

Description du poste

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Ultrasound

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Mid Shift (United States of America)

Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the Diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Competent in the technical operations of all equipment in this section
• Assess patients, review orders/chart as appropriate confirming reason for exam
• Ensure pertinent patient symptoms and clinical history are documented and a signed consent form is present if needed
• Prepare patients for procedure, answer any questions and effectively communicate with the supervising radiologist for special instructions and/or questions regarding exam protocol
• Responsible for prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist
• Provide safe environment to include infection control guidelines, universal precautions and patient safety goals
• Monitor the timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals, striving for continuous quality improvement
• Perform QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation
• Participate in the clinical education of student sonographers
• Participate in department's Performance Improvement Projects
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Formal Training :

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required
• ARRT (Sonography) or ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer(RDMS) preferred
• New graduates who are registry eligible must be registered by either ARDMS or ARRT (Sonography) within 12 months of hire date required
• Current AHA CPR certification required

Work Experience :

• 1 year experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written skills
• Compassionate patient care
• Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups
• Ability to provide care based on the patient's developmental needs
• Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to communicate orally
• Dexterity and visual acuity
• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity