Ultrasound Technologist - Full Time / Per Diem, Various Shifts Available - Martha's Vineyard Ho[...]

Davita Inc.; Oak Bluffs (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Certified Sonographer. In this role, you will perform critical ultrasound examinations, ensuring patient safety and service integrity. Candidates should have a strong background in radiology with at least 5 years of experience, and will be welcomed with a generous sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with abdomen, OB, and Vascular scanning.
• Independent and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Certified Sonographer with ARDMS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient exams with ultrasound and related equipment.
• Ensure patient safety and proper handling during procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in exam areas.

Skills

BLS certified

Patient Care

Ultrasound scanning techniques

Education

Other Certificate/Diploma Radiology

Completion of a two-year AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000.00 (for full time positions) to welcome you to our team.
Summary
The primary purpose of your job is to perform all patient exams with the highest degree of skill, fully utilizing all radiographic, fluoroscopic, Ultrasound equipment.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Produces the expected levels of production (volume) at reasonable speeds and on schedule.

-Properly secures stretcher for patient safety; attends to the physical safety of patients and staff.

-Uses a double identifier and patient ID bracelet to confirm patient identity.

-Assures all areas are clean and orderly and supplies are maintained for all exams and procedures.

-Provides all services to patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

-Cooperates and promotes team efforts with co-workers and members of the hospital staff.

-Utilizes departmental and hospital information systems as necessary for patient care.

-Exercises initiative and actively participates in the reception area, film library, and transport functions.

-Improves performance through education; maintains required continuing education credits.

-Provides patient care appropriately to the following age groups: Neonate - Birth to 1 month, Infant - 1 month to 1 year, Early Childhood - 1 year to 5 years, Late Childhood - 5 years to 12 years, Adolescence - 13 years to 17 years., Young Adult - 18 years - 25 years, Adult - 26 years - 54 years, Senior Adult - 55 years to 64 years and Geriatric - 64 years and older.

Education
Other Certificate/Diploma Radiology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required

Experience
5+ years experience with abd, OB, and Vascular 5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Equal to the completion of a two-year AMA approved Radiologic Technology program and one year of clinical training in Ultrasound scanning techniques in a JCAHO facility.
- Able to work independently and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
- BLS certified.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.