Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) (Inpatient)-Full Time Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Ultrasonographer, where your expertise in ultrasound procedures will contribute to high-quality patient care. This role involves preparing patients, performing routine examinations, and ensuring adherence to safety and infection control protocols. You'll work closely with a team of professionals, utilizing your skills to produce valuable diagnostic images. With a focus on continuous improvement and patient satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to join an innovative team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited ultrasound program or relevant experience required.
• AHA BLS Provider and ARDMS/ARRT certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and perform ultrasound procedures under Radiologist supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to infection control standards.

Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Patient Preparation

Infection Control

Clinical Competency

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Ultrasound Program

AHA BLS Provider Certification

ARDMS or ARRT Certification

Tools

EMR Systems

Radiology Information Systems

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

$10,000 Sign On Bonus
Internal Associates Not Eligible

Friday, Saturday and Sunday 6:00pm-6:30am

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to prepare patients and perform routine ultrasound procedures in accordance with providers' orders, the procedure manual, and exam protocols under the supervision of a Radiologist. The Ultrasonographer produces high-quality images and prepares/presents them with appropriate comparison studies and other exam results or pertinent information to the Radiologist for interpretation.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations by confirming providers' orders, verifying patients' identities, and obtaining adequate medical histories to ensure the appropriateness of examinations and facilitate timely accurate diagnosis of the patient.
• Performs ultrasound examinations/procedures on all patient age groups and clinical conditions and maintains clinical and technical competency as evidenced by completion of an annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Clinical Associates in Ultrasound.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of ultrasound services/operations.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Disinfects equipment and ultrasound probes according to MWHC and proper infection control standards.
• Adheres to standard precautions at all times.
• Effectively interacts with students, consistently providing supervision and instruction. Is supportive of the MWH School of Radiologic Technology and the ultrasound cross-training program.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure their continued availability and non-interruption of services.
• Reports, records, and files patient information and procedural data in order to accurately document department operations and facilitate timely accurate billing for services.
• Participates in performance improvement activities for the Ultrasound department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Completion of accredited program in ultrasound or MWHC/MIF cross-training program, or twelve months relevant experience required.
• AHA BLS Provider required.
• ARDMS (AB or OB/GYN or VT) or ARRT (S) required at time of hire. If not ARDMS (OB/GYN) registered at time of hire, registry required within twelve months of hire with the first attempt to pass the OB/GYN registry within six months of hire.
• Registry in Abdomen (AB), Vascular (VT), and Pediatric Sonography (PS) preferred.
• ARRT (R) registered in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• Three years relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with applicable EMR, Radiology, and information systems preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.