Ultrasound Technologist I - Per Diem - Flex - JDCH

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist to conduct sonography in line with organizational standards. This role involves reviewing patient history, educating patients, and ensuring quality imaging through appropriate procedures.

Registered candidates with an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program will thrive in this position. Evening shifts are required. Join a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program.
• Registered within one year with ARDMS.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonography adhering to organizational standards.
• Position patient and conduct imaging procedures.
• Educate patients on procedures to ensure understanding.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy & Quality

Customer Service

Image Production, Analysis and Archival

Patient Assessment and Care

Education

Accredited Program: Ultrasound Technologist

American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Job description

Location

Hollywood, Florida

Summary

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Accuracy & Quality
• Administration of Contrast Media
• Customer Service
• Image Production, Analysis and Archival
• Patient and Family Centered Care
• Patient Assessment and Care
• Patient Positioning / Procedures
• Responding to Change
• Standards of Behavior

Education and Certification Requirements

Accredited Program: Ultrasound Technologist (Required)

American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)

BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)

Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Must be registered within one (1) year of starting the position with the ARDMS (AB, OBGYN, RVT, BR, or PS).

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or possess a foreign diploma recognized by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 25 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 40%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 20%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 40%
• Hazardous Medication = 40%
• Latex = 20%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 40%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 40%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

Shift

Evenings

Equal Opportunity Employer

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.